Boca vs Racing: A Century-Old Argentine Football Rivalry

Yes Mouth stars in one of the oldest football rivalries in Argentina. Official clashes go back to 1908, and because of geographic proximity and the early success of both clubs, the rivalry has endured for more than a century.

Boca – Racing, for the semi finals of the Professional League Cup: lineups, date, kickoff time, referee and TV

Over the years, Xeneize and the Academy have met 209 times across local championships, national cups, and international events. The 210th meeting arrives next Saturday on the Lanús field, with both teams led by Sebastián Battaglia and Fernando Gago aiming to reach the Professional League Cup final.

For complete historical context on Boca versus Racing, read GOAL’s full record of their clashes.

GENERAL HISTORY (OFFICIAL MATCHES ONLY)

From the first encounter on December 6, 1908 at GEBA, Boca and Racing have faced each other 209 times, with Boca holding a clear edge in wins. Their most recent meeting occurred on August 29, 2021, a goalless draw in La Bombonera during the ninth round of the Professional League.

games played	209
Boca wins	92
Race wins	69
ties	48

HISTORY BY LOCAL TOURNAMENTS

The bulk of the matches between Boca and Racing has been in the league, with the first four meetings occurring in the Second Division in 1908, 1909 and 1910. In total, both clubs played 13 times in the amateur era, where Racing held the advantage, and 171 in the professional era, where Boca holds the dominance. Overall, Racing leads by a narrow margin in this broader view of the rivalry.

The latest fixture finished 0-0 in the 2021 Professional League at La Bombonera.

amateurism	Professionality	Total
Games played	13	171	184
Boca wins	3	80	83
Race wins	9	50	59
ties	a	41	42

HISTORY BY NATIONAL CUPS

Boca and Racing are two of the most successful clubs in Argentina, often meeting in national cup competitions. In these matchups, Racing has a slight edge in several encounters. The latest meeting came on May 31, 2021, in the semifinals of the Professional League Cup, where Racing prevailed on penalties after a 0-0 draw in regular time.

Games played	14
Boca wins	4
Ties	a
Race wins	9

HISTORY BY INTERNATIONAL CUPS

The two clubs met five times in CONMEBOL tournaments. Their Libertadores clashes include a trio of group stage head-to-heads in 1989, and two outings in the Super Cup. Boca generally holds an advantage in these continental affairs, with multiple wins and a strong presence in knockout-stage scenarios. The most recent continental meeting occurred in the 2020 Copa Libertadores quarter finals, when Racing won the first leg 1-0 and Boca responded with a 2-0 victory at La Bombonera to advance to the semi finals.

Games played	elf
Boca wins	5
Race wins	a
ties	5

DIRECT ELIMINATION CROSSES

Across national and international cups, Boca and Racing have met in 12 direct elimination ties. Some series featured two legs, others three. Notable finals include Racing winning the 1945 British Competition Cup 4-1 and Boca triumphing in the 2012 Argentine Cup with a 2-1 scoreline. The rivalry remains evenly balanced across knockout formats, with each side claiming several series victories.

The Avellaneda club claimed crosses in 1914, 1919, and 1933 in Cup competitions, the 1945 British League, the Adrián Escobar in 1946, and the 2021 Professional League. The opposing side won the 1918 Cup, the 1944 British Cup, the 1945 Pedro Pablo Ramírez Cup, the 2012 Argentina Cup, and the two continental titles: the 1989 Super Cup and the 2020 Libertadores Cup.

HISTORY IN FRIENDSHIPS

Beyond official points, Boca and Racing share a long history of friendly matches, beginning in 1909. The teams have not faced off in a non-competitive duel recently, with the latest friendly occurring on January 20, 2016, a 4-2 win for Racing in Mar del Plata. In this section, Racing holds a slight edge in the head-to-head record.

Games played	86
Boca wins	35
Race wins	29
ties	22

GENERAL HISTORY (OFFICIALS + FRIENDLY)

When all matches between Boca and Racing are considered, from the 1908 meeting to today, Boca leads by a comfortable margin in the overall head-to-head record.

Games played	295
Boca wins	127
Race wins	98
ties	70