Match Preview: Boca Juniors vs Newell’s on Matchday 3 of the Apertura

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Boca Juniors will face Newell’s today in a crucial match of the Apertura, following contrasting results in their previous outings.

Boca Juniors and Newell’s will collide today at 19:15 (Argentina time) at the iconic La Bombonera stadium for the third round of the Apertura.

Recent Form

Boca Juniors comes into this match seeking redemption after a disappointing 1-2 defeat against Estudiantes in their last game. This loss has hindered their chances to gain ground in the league standings. Meanwhile, Newell’s managed to secure just a point in their last match, finishing in a 1-1 draw against Independiente.

Previous Encounters

Historically, the last five encounters between these two teams have been competitive, with Boca finishing victorious three times and Newell’s with two wins. In their most recent meeting on October 5, during the First Phase of the Argentine 2025 Clausura Tournament, Boca Juniors dominated, claiming a remarkable 5-0 victory.

Match Official

Darío Herrera has been appointed as the referee for today’s match.

Upcoming Fixtures

Boca Juniors

  • Matchday 4: vs Vélez – February 8, 22:15 (Argentina time)
  • Matchday 5: vs Platense – February 15, 19:30 (Argentina time)
  • Matchday 6: vs Racing Club – February 20, 20:00 (Argentina time)
  • Matchday 7: vs Lanús – March 4, 21:00 (Argentina time)
  • Matchday 8: vs Gimnasia (Mendoza) – February 28, 17:45 (Argentina time)

Newell’s

  • Matchday 4: vs Defensa y Justicia – February 7, 22:15 (Argentina time)
  • Matchday 5: vs Dep. Riestra – February 16, 19:00 (Argentina time)
  • Matchday 6: vs Banfield – February 21, 17:00 (Argentina time)
  • Matchday 7: vs Estudiantes – February 25, 19:30 (Argentina time)
  • Matchday 8: vs Rosario Central – March 1, 17:00 (Argentina time)

Time Conversion

  • Argentina and Chile (Santiago): 19:15 hours
  • Colombia and Peru: 17:15 hours
  • Honduras, El Salvador, Mexico (Mexico City) and Nicaragua: 16:15 hours
  • Venezuela: 18:15 hours.