Racing and Boca Juniors Clash in Clausura Classic

Racing Club and Boca Juniors face off this Sunday, at 9:30 p.m., at Presidente Perón Stadium in Avellaneda for the sixth round of the Clausura Tournament. The classic is highlighted because the Xeneize are trying to break a nearly ten-year winless streak at the Cilindro, while Racing seeks to improve its recent run.

Recent History at the Cilindro

Boca has not won in Avellaneda since April 13, 2016, and has lost its last three visits, conceding at least two goals in each match. The last defeat came on February 8, 2025, when Academia won 2‑0.

What’s at Stake for Boca Juniors

The Xeneize sit in sixth place with 36 points, inside the South American Cup zone, but still feel the pressure to move closer to the leaders. In Zone A of the Clausura, they are 12th, just one point from the last three spots that secure playoff access.

The Moment for Racing Club

Racing arrives at the classic with three consecutive losses in the Clausura, but still carries the confidence of a favorable streak against Boca in Avellaneda. Juan Pablo Vojvoda’s side also faces key absences, such as Leandro Paredes, Marco Pellegrino, and Leandro Lozano.

Probable Lineups

The probable XI for Boca, kept after qualification for the Copa Sudamericana, includes Miguel Ángel Merentiel, Santiago Ascacíbar, and Leandro Brey, but there is doubt about Leonel Flores, who has not yet played in Paraguay. Racing’s starters are Facundo Cambeses, Ezequiel Cannavó, Mateo Martínez, and Marcos Rojo, with Juan Pablo Vojvoda as coach.

How to Follow the Match

The clash will be broadcast live on ESPN Premium, starting at 9:30 p.m. The designated referee is Nicolás Ramírez, who has already made important decisions, such as a penalty for Racing and yellow cards to players from both teams during the last encounter.

Information from TyC Sports, Olé, OneFootball.