Preparations for an exciting match are underway, as two giants of Argentine football, Racing Club and Boca Juniors, are ready to face off in an epic battle on the pitch. This encounter promises to be a clash full of passion, skill and rivalry, with both teams looking to secure victory and qualify for the semi-finals of the Copa Libertadores. The first match of the clash was 0-0 in La Bombonera and after a week the teams will face each other again in Avellaneda.
RETURN MATCH – QUARTER FINALS – LIBERTADORES
Date and time: August 30, 2023, at 9:30 pm (Brasília time)
Stadium: President Perón, in Avellaneda (ARG)
Referee: Andrés Mantonte (URU)
Assistants: Nicolas Tarán (URU) and Martin Soppi (URU)
VAR: Leodan Gonzalez (URU)
Where to watch: Paramount+ (streaming)
Boca arrives under pressure for the clash. In the last five matches, the team has won just one, in the Argentine Championship, but has an outstanding center forward in Edinson Cavani. On Racing's side, despite the support of the fans, coach Fernando Gago has some problems. Almendra and Quintero are still doubtful, as is Roger Martínez. But Jonathan Gómez is a reinforcement for the classic.
PROBABLE SCALATIONS:
RACING (Coach: Fernando Gago)
Arias; Rubio, Sigali, Piovi, Gabriel Rojas; Jonathan Gómez, Moreno, Oroz; Ojeda, Maxi Romero and Hauche.
BOCA JUNIORS (Coach: Jorge Almirón)
Romero; Figal, Rojo, Valentini; Advincula, Guillermo Fernández, Medina and Fabra; Cavani and Boat.
CONFRONTATION HISTORY:
The rivalry between Racing Club and Boca Juniors is one of the most intense and oldest on the Argentine football scene. Over the years, these two legendary teams have fought memorable battles, creating unforgettable moments for fans. The clashes between these clubs are not just football games; These are battles where honor and glory are at stake.
Historically, Boca Junior has the better of the match, there are 86 games with 37 wins for Boca, 24 wins for Racing and 25 draws. In the Copa Libertadores there are 8 games with 4 wins for Boca, 3 draws and just one victory for Racing.
Fans of both teams are eager to witness another electrifying chapter in this historic rivalry. The stadium in Avellaneda will be filled with color, chants and passion as fans encourage their teams to victory. With the rivalry boiling and the season's ambitions at stake, this match has all the ingredients for a Libertadores game and the teams are looking for Eternal Glory.
