This Saturday, Argentine football will experience a new edition of the Superclásico between Boca Juniors and River Plateone of the most eagerly awaited and exciting matches on the sporting calendar. This match, which will be played at La Bombonera, promises to be a spectacle full of emotions and tension, with both teams looking for victory at a crucial moment of the season.
Boca Juniors arrives at this Superclásico with the advantage of having all of its starting players available. Coach Diego Martínez has worked hard in recent weeks to prepare his team for this challenge. On the other hand, River quite the opposite.
The presence of key figures such as Sergio “Chiquito” Romero in goal, Marcos Rojo in defense, and Miguel Merentiel up front, ensures that Boca will have a solid and experienced team on the field.
The Xeneize team has shown a weak performance in the Professional League, and this match represents an opportunity to consolidate its position in the table and gain confidence for the upcoming matches.
La Bombonera, known for its intimidating atmosphere, will be a factor in Boca’s favour, as they look to take advantage of their fans’ support to beat their eternal rival. River Plate faces this Superclásico with a slightly more complicated situation.
The team led by Marcelo Gallardo has in mind the crucial return match of the quarter-finals of the Copa Libertadores against Colo Colo, which will be played next week. Because of this, Gallardo is likely to opt for a mixed team, combining starters and substitutes, to face Boca.
With substitutes
Gallardo’s decision to hold back some of his key players for the Libertadores match is understandable, given that the continental tournament is a priority for the millionaire club. However, this does not mean that River will take the Superclásico lightly.
Players like Paulo Díaz, who will not be able to play in the return match against Colo Colo due to an expulsion, will be available and ready to give their all at La Bombonera. This Superclásico comes at an interesting time for both teams. Boca Juniorsunder the direction of Diego Martínez, has shown an improvement in its performance and seeks to consolidate itself as one of the main contenders for the Professional League title. A victory in this match would not only mean three important points, but also a positive morale boost for the team and its fans.
