Match Summary
Instituto Cordoba defeated Boca Juniors 3:2. The match was played in Liga Profesional Argentina 2023. Goals were scored by J. Varela 12′, A. Martínez 19′, M. Payero 45′, S. Rodríguez 46′, M. Merentiel 85′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Boca Juniors had 69% possession while Instituto Cordoba held 31%. Boca Juniors had 18 shots (5 on target) compared to 8 (4 on target) for Instituto Cordoba. Boca Juniors made 5 substitutions, Instituto Cordoba made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty cancelled (Miguel Merentiel 90′).
Match Events
Key match events between Boca Juniors and Instituto Cordoba — 5 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: S. Rodríguez
assist: A. Martínez
Match Statistics
Boca Juniors had 69% possession against Instituto Cordoba's 31%. Boca Juniors registered 18 shots (5 on target) while Instituto Cordoba managed 8 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 8–3. Fouls committed: 12–22.
Lineups
Boca Juniors lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under H. Ibarra, while Instituto Cordoba deployed a 4-4-2 under L. Bovaglio.
Defensive Solidity
Boca Juniors deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Instituto Cordoba'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 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Instituto Cordoba's 4 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 2 for Instituto Cordoba 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 30.7 (youngest: M. Weigandt (25), oldest: G. Fernández (34)), while Instituto Cordoba average 27.5 (youngest: G. Cerato (27), oldest: B. Cuello (28)). 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
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In their last 6 matches, Boca Juniors have recorded 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 defeats. Instituto Cordoba show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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