Boca Juniors vs O'Higgins prediction: teams form analysis, possible lineups on July 24, 2026
In the Copa Sudamericana on July 24, 2026, the first playoff match between Boca Juniors and O'Higgins will take place. Even a draw would be a sensational achievement for the visitors.
Boca Juniors vs O'Higgins: Team News and Expert Analysis
The Buenos Aires giants finished second in last year's Primera. This season, they were also second in their Apertura zone, but exited the playoffs early against Huracán. In the cup, they faced Sarmiento. The club was third in the national Primera in 2025. However, now, losing more often than winning, they are placed in the lower part of the table.
The Argentinians played in the first part of the year in the Copa Libertadores. But there, they managed only seven points in six matches, falling significantly behind not only Universidad Católica but also Cruzeiro. Thus, having finished third, the ambitious club moved to a less prestigious tournament.
The Chileans also started in the Copa Libertadores, but in the qualifiers, passing Bahia before losing to Deportes Tolima. However, in the Copa Sudamericana, they earned ten points in the group stage, finishing second—two points behind São Paulo.
Previous meetings: Boca Juniors vs O'Higgins
This will be the first ever meeting between the two teams.
The hosts are currently far from their optimal form. However, they are still of much higher quality and should secure a win on home turf against such an opponent, even with a handicap of "-1.5 goals" (odds – 1.85).
Boca Juniors vs O'Higgins: Key Statistics and Trends
- Boca Juniors have not won in four consecutive matches
- O'Higgins have won two matches in a row
Boca Juniors vs O'Higgins: Probable Starting Lineups
Boca Juniors are expected to play in a 1-4-4-2 formation (possible lineup): Brey – Blanco, Costa, Di Lollo, Braida – Aranda, Delgado, Paredes, Belmonte – Merentiel, Jimenez
O'Higgins are expected to play in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (possible lineup): Carabalí – Pavez, Brizuela, Robledo, Morales – Leiva, Ogas – Sarrafiore, González, Tapia – Castillo
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