1952 Copa Ibarguren

The 1952 Copa Ibarguren was the 22nd edition of this national cup of Argentina. The final was contested by Racing Club de Avellaneda, and Liga Cultural of Santiago del Estero Province, champion of 1952 Copa Presidente de la Nación.
The match was held in C.A. Mitre Stadium on 9 July 1954. As a playoff was never held, both teams were crowned champions of the competition.

Qualified teams

The Liga Cultural had won the Copa de la República in December 1952 after defeating Liga de Pergamino 2–1 in the final held at C.A. Belgrano Stadium in Córdoba. achieving their second Campeonato de la República title.
On the other hand, River Plate, coached by José María Minella, had won the Primera División title in 1952 with 40 points in 30 matches played. Some players that had been part of legendary team La Máquina were still part of the squad. Uruguayan striker Walter Gómez had consolidated as a keyplayer in the offensive line along with Labruna and Loustau.