Match Summary
Boca Juniors defeated Argentinos JRS 1:0. The match was played in Liga Profesional Argentina 2024. Goals were scored by M. Merentiel 32′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Boca Juniors had 35% possession while Argentinos JRS held 65%. Boca Juniors had 17 shots (6 on target) compared to 16 (5 on target) for Argentinos JRS. Expected goals: Boca Juniors 3.74 — Argentinos JRS 0.58. Boca Juniors made 5 substitutions, Argentinos JRS made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Boca Juniors and Argentinos JRS — 1 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Boca Juniors had 35% possession against Argentinos JRS's 65%. Boca Juniors registered 17 shots (6 on target) while Argentinos JRS managed 16 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 3–7. Fouls committed: 14–8.
Lineups
Boca Juniors lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under M. Herrón, while Argentinos JRS deployed a 4-3-1-2 under C. Zermatten.
Defensive Solidity
Boca Juniors deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Argentinos JRS'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 Argentinos JRS'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 2 for Argentinos JRS 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 20.0 (youngest: A. Anselmino (20), oldest: A. Anselmino (20)), while Argentinos JRS average 27.0 (youngest: G. Verón (24), oldest: F. Mac Allister (30)). 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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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Boca Juniors have recorded 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 defeats. Argentinos JRS show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Boca Juniors and Argentinos JRS have met 3 times — Boca Juniors won 1, Argentinos JRS won 0, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Boca Juniors leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 0.33 per match (1 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Boca Juniors are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–0 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 15 Mar 2026