Knowing the exact kickoff is fans’ top concern after Boca’s recent league triumph. The Rodolfo Arruabarrena‑led side heads to Brazil, eyeing a spot in the next Sudamericana round. Will you be watching?
The Boca squad rides a wave of confidence after a dominant 3‑1 victory over Central Córdoba at La Bombonera. Ángel Romero netted a brace, while Enner Valencia opened his Boca account, pushing the team to 12 unbeaten games and 14 points in the Torneo Clausura.
Now the Xeneize shifts its focus entirely to the continental stage, aiming to protect the slim edge earned at home. Tactical discipline will be vital to turn that advantage into a solid result against a fierce Brazilian opponent.
Boca celebrates the Central Córdoba win. Photo: Gerónimo Marino/La Número 12.
São Paulo plans a clever strategy, knowing pressure will mount from the first whistle. Coach reinstated Álvaro Montero after his family trip, and both Milton Delgado and Malcom Braida have recovered from injuries.
Details of Boca vs São Paulo second leg
The decisive second leg is set for Tuesday, September 15, kickoff 21:30 at the iconic Morumbi. Gustavo Tejera will referee, with Leodán González handling VAR. DSports will stream the action live.
At La Bombonera, Boca secured a 1‑0 win thanks to Miguel Merentiel’s strike.
Booking a semifinal spot would validate the progress Boca has crafted this semester. For my money, the team’s momentum makes them strong contenders. A win or draw sends the Argentine side straight through.
How Boca’s opponent arrives
São Paulo, hosting the Xeneize on Tuesday, must reverse a 1‑0 first‑leg loss and comes in rattled after a 2‑0 derby defeat to Palmeiras.
Coach Dorival Júnior rested his stars, fielding a rotated XI with only Maia starting. The match turned uphill when Luis Osorio was expelled in the 39th minute of the first half.
São Paulo suffered a 2‑0 loss to Palmeiras. Photo: Alexandre Schneider/Getty Images.
Murilo Cerqueira scored just before halftime and Vitor Roque added early in the second half, sealing the win for the Brasileirão runners‑up. Substitutions of Arboleda, Artur, Danielzinho, Iago and Tete couldn’t alter the outcome.
The defeat dropped Tricolor to 11th place with 33 points, marking 11 losses in 26 matches this season.
Key match facts
- Competition: Copa Sudamericana
- Round: Quarterfinals (Second Leg)
- Date: Tuesday 15/9
- Time: 21:30
- Stadium: Morumbi
- Referee: Gustavo Tejera
- VAR: Leodán González
- TV: DSports. Can Boca capitalize and reach the semis?
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