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Superclásico Set for La Bombonera on Nov. 1

The match will test Boca's title push as River aims to consolidate a revival under interim coach Leonardo Ponzio.

Overview

  • The Superclásico will be played at La Bombonera on Sunday, Nov. 1 with a 4:00 p.m. Argentina kickoff and live coverage on ESPN and Disney+ Premium.
  • Boca goes into the fixture looking to protect its lead in the table and keep momentum in its run for the season title.
  • River has steadied under interim coach Leonardo Ponzio, who will manage his first Superclásico after guiding the team into the Torneo Clausura playoffs.
  • River's matchday squad includes a reported 12 players who would be making their first Superclásico for the club, among them Nicolás Otamendi, Thiago Almada and Ángel Correa.
  • Pre-match odds favor Boca and recent form supports a small edge for the home side, with the last ten Superclásicos showing Boca five wins, River four and one draw and River not having won at La Bombonera since 2024.