CA Boca Juniors vs Instituto AC Córdoba, Superliga Argentina 2023 REGULAR SEASON
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CA Boca Juniors vs Instituto AC Córdoba — Superliga Argentina at La Bombonera.
- CA Boca Juniors 27 games · 42 pts (2026/26)
- Instituto AC Córdoba 27 games · 36 pts (2026/26)
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CA Velez Sarsfield | 27 | 51 |
| 2 | CA Talleres | 27 | 48 |
| 3 | Racing Club | 27 | 46 |
| 4 | CA Huracan | 27 | 46 |
| 5 | CA River Plate | 27 | 43 |
| 6 | CA Boca Juniors | 27 | 42 |
| 7 | CA Independiente | 27 | 40 |
| 8 | CA Tucuman | 27 | 40 |
| 9 | CA Union | 27 | 40 |
| 10 | CA Platense | 27 | 39 |
| 11 | CS Independiente Rivadavia | 27 | 38 |
| 12 | Estudiantes de La Plata | 27 | 36 |
| 13 | Instituto AC Córdoba | 27 | 36 |
| 14 | CA Lanus | 27 | 36 |
| 15 | CD Godoy Cruz Antonio Tomba | 27 | 35 |
| 16 | CA Belgrano | 27 | 35 |
| 17 | CD Riestra | 27 | 35 |
| 18 | CA Tigre | 27 | 34 |
| 19 | Gimnasia y Esgrima de La Plata | 27 | 32 |
| 20 | CA Rosario Central | 27 | 32 |
| 21 | CSyD Defensa y Justicia | 27 | 32 |
| 22 | CA Central Cordoba | 27 | 31 |
| 23 | AA Argentinos Juniors | 27 | 30 |
| 24 | CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | 27 | 29 |
| 25 | CA Newell's Old Boys | 27 | 28 |
| 26 | CA Sarmiento de Junin | 27 | 26 |
| 27 | CA Banfield | 27 | 24 |
| 28 | CA Barracas Central | 27 | 23 |
Head-to-Head
Last 5 meetings
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Mar | Instituto AC Córdoba | H | 2–3 | L |
| 13 Mar | CA Banfield | A | 0–1 | L |
| 07 Mar | CSyD Defensa y Justicia | H | 0–0 | D |
| 26 Feb | CA Velez Sarsfield | A | 2–1 | W |
| 19 Feb | CA Platense | H | 3–1 | W |
| 12 Feb | CA Talleres | A | 1–2 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Mar | CA Boca Juniors | A | 3–2 | W |
| 11 Mar | CA Tucuman | H | 1–1 | D |
| 05 Mar | CA Independiente | A | 2–2 | D |
| 27 Feb | CA Newell's Old Boys | H | 3–1 | W |
| 17 Feb | Gimnasia y Esgrima de La Plata | A | 0–2 | L |
| 13 Feb | CA Huracan | H | 0–0 | D |
Season Stats
| CA Boca Juniors | Instituto AC Córdoba | |
|---|---|---|
| #6 | Position | #13 |
| 42 | Points | 36 |
| 27 | Played | 27 |
| 11 / 9 / 7 | W / D / L | 10 / 6 / 11 |
| 30 | Scored | 32 |
| 23 | Conceded | 31 |
| +7 | GD | +1 |
| 1.56 | PPG | 1.33 |
| 41% | Win % | 37% |
Key Stats
33%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (3 games)
H2H (3 games)
33%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
53%
Clean Sheets
CA Boca Juniors this season
CA Boca Juniors this season
25%
Clean Sheets
Instituto AC Córdoba this season
Instituto AC Córdoba this season
CA Boca Juniors are 6th (42 pts). Instituto AC Córdoba are 13th (36 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
CA Boca Juniors
0-15
–/2
16-30
1/–
31-45
4/–
46-60
–/1
61-75
1/–
76+
3/–
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Instituto AC Córdoba
0-15
–/–
16-30
2/–
31-45
–/–
46-60
1/1
61-75
1/1
76+
1/1
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
CA Boca Juniors
| Miguel Merentiel | 5 G | 2 A |
| Milton Gimenez | 4 G |
Instituto AC Córdoba
| Alex Luna | 5 G |
Events
Match Events
- 0' That's the starting whistle at La Bombonera. Ninety minutes of football awaits between CA Boca Juniors and Instituto AC Córdoba.
- 5' It is a cagey affair so far. CA Boca Juniors in their 4-3-3 trying to find a way past Instituto AC Córdoba's compact 4-4-2.
- 10' A tactical chess match is unfolding here. The question is which manager blinks first.
- 12' Joaquin Varela does the damage! The net is bulging and Instituto AC Cordoba surge ahead!
- 15' Oscar Garrido gets the nod from Instituto AC Cordoba. He replaces Gabriel Graciani and will look to change the dynamic.
- 19' Adrian Martinez is having his name booked by the referee on 19.
- 19' Adrian Martinez adds to his 0 season tally! Instituto AC Cordoba lead 0-2 — and this changes everything.
- 24' CA Boca Juniors currently sit 8 in the Array table. A result here could be decisive in the race for the top positions.
- 29' CA Boca Juniors looks like a favorite considering 1 games won in last 1 matches with its main striker scoring 0 goals.
- 34' Instituto AC Córdoba fans have not had much to celebrate tonight. Their side is struggling to get forward.
- 39' The midfield battle is intense right now. Both CA Boca Juniors and Instituto AC Córdoba are fighting for every inch of the pitch.
- 44' CA Boca Juniors is defending very well tonight not leaving a chance for their rivals to get through for a goal.
- 45' That is a Yellow card for Instituto AC Cordoba. Giuliano Cerato will be fuming at that decision.
- 46' The supporters are chanting for Jonathan Bay. He replaces Sebastian Corda on 46 minute.
- 46' Against the run of play, Santiago Rodriguez has scored! This game has turned on its head.
- 47' What a strike from Martin Payero! The score is 1-3.
- 52' Spectators are craving for more action. Both teams play very cautiously. They need to put some more energy.
- 57' The clock is ticking and both teams know a goal could change everything at this point.
- 62' The 29-year-old Axel Rodriguez has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
- 66' Dario Benedetto makes way for Miguel Merentiel at the 66 minute mark. A tactical switch from CA Boca Juniors.
- 68' CA Boca Juniors player sees a Yellow card in front of him.
- 72' The CA Boca Juniors bench stirs into life. Guillermo Fernandez is withdrawn and Alan Varela gets his opportunity.
- 77' named a 4-3-3 earlier, and opted for a 4-4-2 in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 82' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 84' Instituto AC Cordoba ring the changes. Brahian Cuello has done his job and it is now time for Roberto Agustin Bochi to step up.
- 85' What composure from Miguel Merentiel! The Uruguay international strokes it home. 2-3.
- 86' Axel Rodriguez has been a danger all night but risks an early exit having now seen a Yellow card on 86.
- 87' The referee calls foul for Jonathan Bay. He receives a Yellow card.
- The final whistle goes. A composed, disciplined performance from Instituto AC Córdoba to claim maximum points.
Lineups
CA Boca Juniors Lineups
4-3-3Starting XI
- 1
- 8
- 22
- 18
- 9
-
11
Martin Payero ↓ Oscar Romero 66'
- 4
- 57
- 25
- 21
- 41
Bench
- 2
- 17
- 13
-
29
Norberto Briasco ↑ 72'
-
16
Miguel Merentiel ↑ 66'
-
10
Oscar Romero ↑ 66'
-
5
Alan Varela ↑ 72'
- 36
- 38
- 3
- 15
- 20
Coach
Hugo Ibarra
Instituto AC Córdoba Lineups
4-4-2Starting XI
- 19
- 1
- 14
- 6
- 8
- 9
- 20
- 4
-
3
Sebastian Corda ↓ Jonathan Bay 46'
- 11
- 33
Bench
- 18
- 28
-
12
Jonathan Bay ↑ 46'
-
5
Roberto Agustin Bochi ↑ 84'
-
29
Axel Rodriguez ↑ 84'
- 2
-
10
Franco Watson ↑ 72'
- 30
- 7
-
25
Oscar Garrido ↑ 15'
- 22
Coach
Lucas Bovaglio
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Martin Payero | 1 |
| Miguel Merentiel | 1 |
| Adrian Martinez | 1 |
| Santiago Rodriguez | 1 |
| Joaquin Varela | 1 |
Head to Head
CA Boca Juniors Form
Instituto AC Córdoba Form
2023-03-19
CA Boca Juniors
2–3
Instituto AC Córdoba
W
2023-03-11
Instituto AC Córdoba
1–1
CA Tucuman
D
2023-03-05
CA Independiente
2–2
Instituto AC Córdoba
D
2023-02-27
Instituto AC Córdoba
3–1
CA Newell's Old Boys
W
2023-02-17
Gimnasia y Esgrima de La Plata
2–0
Instituto AC Córdoba
L
2023-02-13
Instituto AC Córdoba
0–0
CA Huracan
D
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
2 / 4
1.7
CA Boca Juniors xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.64
Instituto AC Córdoba xG
I would bet for:
CA Boca Juniors or Instituto AC Córdoba 74% + Both teams to score 66%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Instituto AC Córdoba win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.34
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 95% |
|
5% |
| ± 1.5 | 84% |
|
16% |
| ± 2.5 | 64% |
|
36% |
| ± 3.5 | 42% |
|
58% |
| ± 4.5 | 25% |
|
75% |
Double Chance
CA Boca Juniors or Draw
64%
Draw or Instituto AC Córdoba
63%
CA Boca Juniors or Instituto AC Córdoba
74%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Instituto AC Córdoba win at HT
Correct Score
✗ 2–3 not predicted2 – 3Actual
1 – 1
10.8%
2 – 1
8.1%
1 – 2
7.8%
2 – 2
6.6%
1 – 0
5.4%
2 – 0
5.1%
0 – 1
5.1%
0 – 0
5.1%
0 – 2
4.8%
3 – 1
4.6%
1 – 3
4.3%
3 – 2
3.8%
Asian Handicap — CA Boca Juniors
| Handicap | CA Boca Juniors covers | Push | Instituto AC Córdoba covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 9% | — | 91% |
| -2 | 9% | 12% | 80% |
| -1.5 | 20% | — | 80% |
| -1 | 20% | 18% | 61% |
| -0.5 | 39% | — | 61% |
| +0.5 | 64% | — | 36% |
| +1 | 64% | 18% | 19% |
| +1.5 | 81% | — | 19% |
| +2 | 81% | 11% | 8% |
| +2.5 | 92% | — | 8% |
Clean Sheet
CA Boca Juniors keeps clean sheet
20%
✓
Instituto AC Córdoba keeps clean sheet
19%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.

