Match Summary
Defensa Y Justicia and Boca Juniors drew 2:2. The match was played in Liga Profesional Argentina 2024. Goals were scored by S. Ramos Mingo 13′, M. Merentiel 20′ (pen.), A. Molinas 35′, K. Gutiérrez 51′ (o.g.). 3 yellow cards were shown. Defensa Y Justicia had 59% possession while Boca Juniors held 41%. Defensa Y Justicia had 15 shots (7 on target) compared to 11 (3 on target) for Boca Juniors. Expected goals: Defensa Y Justicia 1.90 — Boca Juniors 1.28. Defensa Y Justicia made 5 substitutions, Boca Juniors made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Brian Aguirre 18′).
Match Events
Key match events between Defensa Y Justicia and Boca Juniors — 4 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: J. Miritello
Own Goal
Match Statistics
Defensa Y Justicia had 59% possession against Boca Juniors's 41%. Defensa Y Justicia registered 15 shots (7 on target) while Boca Juniors managed 11 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 4–7. Fouls committed: 10–16.
Lineups
Defensa Y Justicia lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under F. Meneghini, while Boca Juniors deployed a 4-4-2 under D. Martínez.
Defensive Solidity
Defensa Y Justicia deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Boca Juniors'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
Defensa Y Justicia field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Boca Juniors'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
Defensa Y Justicia start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Boca Juniors 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 Defensa Y Justicia's starting XI is 24.5 (youngest: S. Ramos Mingo (24), oldest: J. López (25)), while Boca Juniors average 36.0 (youngest: G. Fernández (34), oldest: G. Medel (38)). 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, Defensa Y Justicia have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 defeats. Boca Juniors show 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Defensa Y Justicia and Boca Juniors have met 2 times — Defensa Y Justicia won 1, Boca Juniors 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 (2 for the home side, 5 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–0 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026