Match Summary
Boca Juniors defeated Newells Old Boys 2:1. The match was played in Liga Profesional Argentina 2023. Goals were scored by V. Barco 21′, C. Medina 46′, J. Recalde 90′. 7 yellow cards were shown. Boca Juniors had 45% possession while Newells Old Boys held 55%. Boca Juniors had 6 shots (1 on target) compared to 6 (4 on target) for Newells Old Boys. Expected goals: Boca Juniors 0.67 — Newells Old Boys 0.14. Boca Juniors made 5 substitutions, Newells Old Boys made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Boca Juniors and Newells Old Boys — 3 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.
assist: G. Fernández
assist: V. Barco
Match Statistics
Boca Juniors had 45% possession against Newells Old Boys's 55%. Boca Juniors registered 6 shots (1 on target) while Newells Old Boys managed 6 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 2–1. Fouls committed: 19–15.
Lineups
Boca Juniors lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under M. Herrón, while Newells Old Boys deployed a 4-3-3 under G. Heinze.
Defensive Solidity
Boca Juniors deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Newells Old Boys's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Boca Juniors field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Newells Old Boys's 3 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Boca Juniors start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Newells Old Boys averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Age & Experience
The average age of Boca Juniors's starting XI is 27.8 (youngest: C. Medina (23), oldest: G. Fernández (34)), while Newells Old Boys average 28.0 (youngest: J. Pérez (22), oldest: G. Velázquez (34)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Boca Juniors have recorded 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 defeats. Newells Old Boys show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Boca Juniors and Newells Old Boys have met 2 times — Boca Juniors won 1, Newells Old Boys won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (5 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–0 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026