Boca and River will face this Sunday in a Superclásico that will be crucial not only for qualification to the 2026 Copa Libertadores, but also for the Torneo Clausura playoffs. Boca is in a better position, as it is first in Zone A alongside Unión de Santa Fe with 23 points, and a win would secure its place in the playoffs. However, the team cannot afford to be complacent, as the standings are very tight, and it is only five points ahead of 12th place, Argentinos Juniors. During this period, Boca has only managed to beat Racing and Talleres, drew with Independiente Rivadavia from Mendoza in the Copa Argentina but lost on penalties, and also lost in regular time to Palmeiras, Atlético Tucumán, Deportivo Riestra, Rosario Central, Sarmiento, and Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata. This poor situation has seriously complicated River's position, which is sixth in Zone B. A win would secure their qualification to the next stage, but a draw or a loss will take them to the final matchday, where they will visit Vélez with a serious risk of being eliminated. In this way, a defeat could seriously complicate the 'Xeneize' team, coached by Claudio Úbeda, which has won three of its last four matches. River's current situation is much more complex, as it is going through one of its worst streaks in recent years. The 'Millonario' team has lost seven of its last 10 matches across all competitions.
