On the fourth matchday of Group F, the Colombian side Deportivo Pereira hosts Boca Juniors with the aim of securing a victory that would significantly boost their chances of advancing and tighten the race for top spot in the group.
Sports Pereira welcomes Boca Juniors to the Hernan Ramirez Villegas Stadium for a Libertadores Cup 2023 encounter. The venue provides a backdrop for a match that could not only push Pereira closer to a round of 16 berth but also elevate Boca toward possible first place in the group as the calendar turns toward the later fixtures.
The Boca Juniors squad, coached by Jorge Almirón, arrives buoyed by a 2-0 win away to Colo-Colo in the previous round. They currently lead the group, holding a comfortable margin of points over the competition and possessing a match in hand compared with key rivals. A win in this fixture would widen Boca’s gap in the standings, potentially leaving them with a strong position heading into the final pair of group matches. Colo-Colo, who drew 1-1 with Monagas in the most recent round, remains within striking distance but would need favorable results elsewhere to close the gap.
For Pereira, the recent 2-1 victory against the Venezuelan side in their last group assignment keeps their hopes alive. The outcome of tonight’s match will influence their outlook as the group stage progresses, adding pressure to perform in front of their home fans and seize a result that could reopen qualification pathways.
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WHEN IS?
HOW TO SEE ON TV
The game between Pereira and Boca Juniors will be broadcast in multiple regions. In Argentina and Chile, viewers can tune in via Fox Sports. Across much of South America and in Mexico, ESPN will carry the match, while in the United States it will be available on the Star+ platform as part of a broader sports package. For audiences in Argentina, local viewing options may include additional regional feeds and streaming partners depending on the provider.
HOW TO WATCH BY STREAMING
The match can be streamed across South America and Mexico on Star+. Star+ is the streaming service that bundles ESPN sports with live events, plus a wide range of series and movies. The platform offers a single place to watch live games, archived content, and local productions for fans who want to catch up on other programming between matches.
In Argentina, viewers may access Pluto TV for free streaming options, with Chile and Mexico also offering Pluto TV choices. Streaming services may vary by country and subscription, so fans should verify available feeds before kickoff.
WHO REPORTS AND WHO COMMENTS?
Commentary teams vary by broadcaster. In some markets, Fox Sports assigns Hernán De Lorenzi as the lead reporter with Miguel Osovi providing on-field analysis. ESPN and Star+ often pair Mariano Closs with analyst Diego Latorre, while Diego Monroig and Carlos Santofimio may accompany them from the sidelines. Telefe coverage has its own team including Pablo Giralt, Juan Pablo Varsky, and Nicolás alongside on-site presenters.
FORMATIONS
SPORT PEREIRA
To confirm.
MOND JUNIORS
To confirm.