Xeneize ended the first leg with a goalless draw at home and now faces a tough mission in Avellaneda to secure a place in the next round.
On their home turf, Boca Juniors hosted the match against their rival from the series with the aim of advancing to the quarterfinals of the 2023 Libertadores Cup. The clash produced a 0-0 result, leaving the tie undecided and setting up a decisive rematch in the opposing venue. Both teams left the pitch with clear chances and a hard-earned point, but the outcome means everything will be decided away from home in a week’s time.
So, how does Boca need to approach the return leg to reach the Copa Libertadores 2023 final?
All the talking points that dominated the buildup to the first leg will carry through to the rematch at the President Perón Stadium, just seven days later. On Wednesday, August 30, at 9:30 pm local time, both sides will chase the ticket to the semi-finals in a high-stakes encounter that carries enormous significance for the season and for the club’s continental ambitions.
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With a 0-0 aggregate, Boca must win in Avellaneda to progress. If the return leg ends in a draw after extra time or in regulation, the tie will be decided by penalties, as Boca previously demonstrated in the round of 16 against Nacional. Any defeat inside the regular 90 minutes immediately ends Boca’s run in the competition, highlighting the pressure to secure a positive result on their opponent’s turf.
It is important to note that in this edition, away goals do not carry additional weight in the event of an equal overall score between the two teams. The tie is resolved strictly by the aggregate result and, if needed, penalties after regulation or extra time, so every moment of the rematch will be scrutinized for opportunities to tilt the balance in Boca’s favor.
Source: Goal