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Boca Juniors news
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The gist
Boca Juniors host Sao Paulo in the Copa Sudamericana quarterfinal first leg on September 8. The winner advances to the semifinals, with the return leg set for September 15.
Background
Boca Juniors and Sao Paulo, two South American giants, meet in the Copa Sudamericana quarterfinals. This is their first encounter in 19 years and their second in this competition. Boca has a slight edge historically with five wins in 12 meetings. The two-legged tie will determine who advances to the semifinals.
How it unfolded
- Aug 18, 2026Boca Juniors beat Recoleta 4-0 in the Copa Sudamericana.
- Sep 3, 2026Boca Juniors won a Copa Argentina penalty shootout against Velez Sarsfield after a goalless draw.
- Sep 5, 2026Boca Juniors drew 2-2 with Gimnasia Mendoza in the Liga Profesional.
- Sep 8, 2026First leg of the Copa Sudamericana quarterfinal: Boca Juniors vs. Sao Paulo at La Bombonera.
- Sep 15, 2026Second leg scheduled at MorumBIS in Sao Paulo.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- Boca Juniors coach Rodolfo Arruabarrena has no confirmed injury or suspension news ahead of the fixture.
- Analysts
- Everything points toward a closely contested quarterfinal; Boca will need to capitalize on playing the opening leg at home.