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River vs. Boca: Schedule and Where to Watch the Superclásico This Sunday
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River vs. Boca: Schedule and Where to Watch the Superclásico This Sunday

From La Nación · (13h ago) Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • River Plate and Boca Juniors are set to clash in the highly anticipated Argentine Superclásico on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at the Estadio Monumental.
  • River Plate, currently second in Group B of the Torneo Apertura, is looking to close the gap on leaders Independiente Rivadavia, while Boca Juniors sits fourth in Group A.
  • Both teams face challenges with key player injuries, including Fausto Vera for River and Agustín Marchesín for Boca, impacting their starting lineups.

The Argentine football landscape is abuzz with anticipation for another installment of the legendary Superclásico, as River Plate hosts Boca Juniors this Sunday, April 19, 2026, at the iconic Estadio Monumental. This match, a crucial fixture in the Torneo Apertura 2026, promises intense rivalry and high stakes for both clubs.

River and Boca star this Sunday, starting at 5 p.m., in a new edition of the Argentine Superclásico.

— Article textIntroduction to the match.

River Plate enters the fray in strong form, occupying second place in Group B. Coach Eduardo Coudet's squad has been on a positive run, securing victories against Racing and in the Copa Sudamericana. However, they face significant hurdles with the injuries to midfielder Fausto Vera and playmaker Juan Fernando Quintero, forcing Coudet to consider tactical adjustments, potentially including a role for emerging talent Kendry Páez.

The match, corresponding to matchday 15 of the Torneo Apertura 2026, is being played at the Monumental stadium under the refereeing of Darío Herrera.

— Article textDetails about the match's context and officials.

Boca Juniors, meanwhile, holds the fourth position in Group A. Despite a recent draw against Independiente, their performance in the Copa Libertadores has been solid. Coach Claudio Ubeda's side also grapples with a major blow: the loss of goalkeeper Agustín Marchesín to a knee injury, meaning Leandro Brey will step in as the starting goalkeeper. The Superclásico is more than just a game; it's a cultural phenomenon in Argentina, reflecting deep-seated passions and rivalries that resonate far beyond the pitch. For fans, this match is a defining moment, a test of loyalty and a source of immense pride, often overshadowing other domestic concerns.

The Millonario arrives in second place in Group B with 26 units, three less than the leader, Independiente Rivadavia.

— Article textRiver Plate's current standing in the league.
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Originally published by La Nación in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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