Match Summary
River Plate defeated Boca Juniors 1:0. The match was played in Liga Profesional Argentina 2024. Goals were scored by M. Lanzini 20′. 11 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Boca Juniors had 54% possession while River Plate held 46%. Boca Juniors had 9 shots (2 on target) compared to 6 (3 on target) for River Plate. Expected goals: Boca Juniors 0.35 — River Plate 0.74. Boca Juniors made 5 substitutions, River Plate made 5. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Milton Giménez 90′).
Match Events
Key match events between Boca Juniors and River Plate — 1 goals and 12 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Boca Juniors had 54% possession against River Plate's 46%. Boca Juniors registered 9 shots (2 on target) while River Plate managed 6 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 11–0. Fouls committed: 17–15.
Lineups
Boca Juniors lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under D. Martínez, while River Plate deployed a 3-4-1-2 under M. Gallardo.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Boca Juniors is —, compared to 7.05 for River Plate. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Boca Juniors's highest-rated starter is —, while River Plate's best-rated player is P. Díaz (7.30).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Boca Juniors have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. River Plate's starters account for 7 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by F. Colidio (6G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Boca Juniors deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against River Plate's 3-man backline averaging 7.30. 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 River Plate'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 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for River Plate averaging 6.92. 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages —% for Boca Juniors and 49% for River Plate. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Boca Juniors's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 11 for River Plate. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Boca Juniors's starting XI is 28.5 (youngest: C. Medina (23), oldest: G. Fernández (34)), while River Plate average 30.4 (youngest: F. Colidio (25), oldest: F. Armani (39)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Boca Juniors's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 23 for River Plate. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Boca Juniors have recorded 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 defeats. River Plate show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Boca Juniors and River Plate have met 2 times — Boca Juniors won 1, River Plate won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (3 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026