Boca Juniors will face Banfield in a postponed match corresponding to the seventh round of the Professional Football League. This match, which will be played at the iconic La Bombonera stadium at 8:30 p.m., is crucial for both teams, but especially for the home team, which needs to add three points to improve its position in the table and regain the confidence of its fans.
The match was originally postponed due to the participation of Mouth in the Copa Sudamericana, where the team had to face Independiente del Valle. Now the team led by Diego Martínez has the opportunity to focus on the local tournament and look for a victory that will allow them to climb positions.
Mouth The team comes into this match after two consecutive draws in the Professional League, first against Defensa y Justicia (2-2) and then against Instituto (0-0). These results have left the team in 19th position with only 9 points, the result of two wins, three draws and two losses.
The situation is worrying for the club, which is used to fighting for the top positions and urgently needs a victory to get back on track.Coach Diego Martinez has had to deal with several important absences due to injuries and international call-ups.
However, for this match he will have the return of some key players. Luis Advíncula, who rested in the last match, is ready to return to the starting lineup, as is Ezequiel Zeballos.who could be a starter for the first time since his return from injury. In addition, Agustín Martegani, a recent signing from San Lorenzo, could make his debut as a starter in this match.
Banfield, for its part, also comes into this match needing to add points. The team led by Gustavo Munúa is in 24th place with only 6 points, the result of one win, three draws and three losses.
Recovery
Like MouthBanfield has had a difficult start to the season and is looking for a positive result that will allow them to improve their position in the table. The recent history between both teams favors Boca, although Banfield has proven to be a difficult opponent on several occasions.
The last time they faced each other was in March 2023, when Banfield won 1-0 at the Florencio Sola stadium. This precedent adds an extra ingredient of motivation for Boca, who will seek revenge at home.
