Boca Juniors Drew in Thrilling Match Against Aldosivi at La Bombonera

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Boca Juniors faced off against Aldosivi in a gripping encounter on February 22, 2025, at La Bombonera, concluding the match in a 1-1 draw during the seventh round of the Torneo Apertura.

Boca, motivated to recover from a disappointing loss in Peru against Alianza Lima, opened the scoring in the second half with a stunning left-footed shot from Luis Advíncula in the 49th minute. Just moments after coming onto the pitch, Tiago Serrago equalized for Aldosivi, scoring with an impeccable shot that found the upper corner of the net.

The match saw Boca Juniors struggling to break through Aldosivi’s defense in the first half, with both teams entering the halftime break with a scoreless tie. Boca, under the direction of coach Fernando Gago, maintained possession early in the match but struggled to capitalize on opportunities.

“We had our chances, but we need to refine our finishing,” Gago commented after the match. “Getting that first goal is crucial for our confidence as we prepare for our next challenge against Alianza Lima.”

Aldosivi manager Andrés Yllana expressed pride in his team’s performance despite not securing a win. “This point is essential for us. We showed we can compete at a high level,” he stated.

The first half featured several near misses for Boca, including a close attempt by Lucas Janson, while Aldosivi mainly relied on counterattacks, with no shots on target. Boca’s failure to score led to audible frustration from the home crowd, who booed as their team headed into the dressing room.

In the second half, the dramatic pace picked up, leading to Advíncula’s goal just four minutes after play resumed. However, one minute after Advíncula’s score, Serrago, who entered the game as a substitute, managed to bounce back for Aldosivi, capitalizing on a defensive lapse.

“In training, we worked on our offensive play, and it paid off today,” Serrago said regarding his timely goal, emphasizing the importance of teamwork.

The draw leaves Boca Juniors in sixth place in their group, with an urgent need to secure points to bolster their standing after a rocky start to the tournament. They remain focused on their upcoming Copa Libertadores match next week against Alianza Lima.

Aldosivi, still seeking their first victory of the season, remains at the bottom of Group A, accumulating only two points after seven matches.

The match was part of the ongoing league tournament, with fans expressing hopes for a better performance from Boca, especially after their recent struggles.

The players both teams received recognition before the match for their personal milestones, with Advíncula honored for reaching 150 appearances with Boca Juniors.