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River Plate and Boca Juniors Gear Up for Expanded FIFA Club World Cup After Superclásico Clash

River's 2-1 victory intensifies scrutiny on Boca's coach Fernando Gago, while both clubs prepare for their respective group matches in the newly expanded tournament starting June 15.

Fernando Gago, Boca Juniors' coach, reacts during a local tournament soccer match against River Plate in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Sunday, April 27, 2025. (AP Photo/Gustavo Garello)
El fervor de las nuevas tribunas se hizo sentir en el superclásico
Boca Juniors y River Plate jugarán de local los octavos de final del Torneo Apertura 2025
En el primer Superclásico del año River Plate le ganó a Boca Juniors 2 a 1 en el Monumental

Overview

  • River Plate and Boca Juniors have been drawn into separate groups for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, which will feature 32 teams and conclude on July 13 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
  • River defeated Boca 2-1 in the Superclásico at Estadio Monumental, with goals from Franco Mastantuono and Sebastián Driussi sealing the victory.
  • Boca's coach Fernando Gago faces criticism for his defensive tactical choices in the Superclásico, with his future at the club reportedly contingent on winning the Apertura title.
  • Captain Marcos Rojo reassured Boca fans post-defeat, emphasizing the team's league-leading position in Zone A and their focus on upcoming matches.
  • Boca midfielder Carlos Palacios used a rest day granted by Gago to travel to Chile, a decision that drew mixed reactions from fans and commentators.