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Daily Mirror
16-06-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Boca Juniors vs Benfica prediction, odds and betting offer
Boca and Benfica go head-to-head in the Club World Cup group stage with the Portuguese side the bookies favourites to secure all three points The expanded FIFA Club World Cup has sparked debate, but it's undeniably set the stage for some thrilling matches. Among them is the enticing Group C opener between Boca Juniors and Benfica. Both clubs boast storied legacies, evoking memories of legends like Eusebio and Diego Maradona. Despite their illustrious pasts, their entry into this tournament is based on a four-year ranking system from their continental performances. This matchup promises to be a captivating clash, potentially crucial in determining which team advances to the knockout rounds, especially since Bayern Munich are tipped to dominate the group. Benfica arrive in the U.S. with mixed emotions. They narrowly missed out on the Portuguese league title to Sporting Lisbon but salvaged their season by clinching the League Cup. After exiting the Champions League in the last 16, they're eager to make a significant mark in this competition, though Boca Juniors will be no easy adversary. Boca Juniors have had their share of domestic struggles recently, finishing seventh and sixth in the past two seasons. However, they've shown improvement this year, securing second place in their Torneo Apertura group before being edged out by Independiente with a narrow 1-0 defeat in the quarter-finals. This wasn't enough to keep Fernando Gago at the helm, leading to Miguel Angel Russo's return for his third stint as manager. Under Russo's guidance, Boca will be keen to assert themselves on this international stage. Boca Juniors vs Benfica Boca Juniors - 5/1 Draw - 10/3 Benfica - 3/5 18+ | Gamble responsibly | | Odds subject to change Boca Juniors vs Benfica Under 2.5 goals - 10/11 Evangelos Pavlidis to score anytime - 11/8 18+ | Gamble responsibly | | Odds subject to change Boca Juniors vs Benfica If you are on the lookout for the latest free bet offers, then look no further. Here, not only do we bring you numerous free bet offers, but all from the very best betting sites in the industry. Each bookie we recommend is fully licensed and regulated by the UK Gambling Commission, so you know you are always betting on a safe and trustworthy site. Check out the Mirror Betting Hubs Free Bets offers here. Gamble responsibly Article continues below Reach plc is committed to promoting safer gambling. All of our content and recommended bets are advised to those aged 18 or over. Odds are subject to change too. We strongly encourage our readers to only ever bet what they can afford to lose. For more information, please call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or visit
Forbes
27-05-2025
- Business
- Forbes
The Liga Argentina Is Set To Crown A New Champion
Franco Zapiola of Platense celebrates with teammate after scoring the team's first goal during a ... More Torneo Apertura Betano 2025 semifinal match between San Lorenzo and Platense at Pedro Bidegain Stadium on May 25, 2025 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The 'Liga Profesional de Fútbol' in Argentina will crown a new national champion this Sunday when Huracán take on Platense in Santiago del Estero, Argentina. The likes of River Plate and Boca Juniors have fallen, but the mighty minnows remain. Technically this final will be a Buenos Aires derby, but in truth these teams have got no bad blood and there are that many teams in the capital of Argentina that rivalries tend to be with those who share neighbourhoods and not the city. This encounter will be monumental either way, as it represents an extremely rare opportunity for both clubs to win silverware. This is a once in a generation chance for Huracán to win the league title, and a once in a lifetime chance for Platense. Just 90 minutes, and perhaps a penalty shoot-out, separates one of these clubs from the ultimate glory and it has been coming for a very, very long time. Huracan's Ecuadorean goalkeeper #01 Hernan Galindez (L) celebrates with teammate forward #43 Eric ... More Ramirez after the penalty shootout and winning the Argentine Professional Football League 2025 Apertura Tournament semi-final match between Independiente and Huracan at the Libertadores de America stadium in Avellaneda, Buenos Aires province, Argentina. Huracán hasn't won a title since 2014, and the club hasn't won a league campaign since 1973. That was the most recent of five top division titles, with the rest all coming between 1921 and 1928. Huracán has reached the final after a dramatic penalty shoot-out win away against Independiente in the semis. Another twist in the tale of what has been an epic play-off tournament in Argentina. In the quarter-finals Huracán won away against Rosario Central, who is top of the annual table in Argentina for 2025, so nobody can suggest that the 'Globo' doesn't deserve a spot in this final. Huracán is on an impressive defensive run, boasting three consecutive clean sheets, but the team still has to host Corinthians of Brazil in the Copa Sudamericana before the final this weekend. Thankfully for the home side it has already secured progression from the Copa Sudamericana group phase and so will surely rest players ahead of Sunday's league decider. Players of Huracan celebrate after the penalty shootout and winning the Argentine Professional ... More Football League 2025 Apertura Tournament semi-final match between Independiente and Huracan at the Libertadores de America stadium in Avellaneda, Buenos Aires province, Argentina on May 24, 2025. If you thought that the Huracán wait for a major trophy was a long one then you haven't read anything yet. Platense has never ever won a major title. Since it was founded in 1905 the club from the north zone of Buenos Aires has only ever had success in moving from the second division to the first. Therefore Sunday is an even bigger deal for the team known as the 'Calamar.' Victory this weekend, for sure, would be a miracle for the team that plays in the unique brown jersey. Oscar Salomon of Platense runs with the ball against Santiago Solari of Racing Club during a Torneo ... More Apertura 2025 round of sixteen match between Racing Club and Platense at Presidente Peron Stadium on May 10, 2025 in Avellaneda, Argentina. Platense is a relatively tiny club, even compared to Huracán which isn't one of the 'big five' in Argentina. The Platense stadium holds under 30,000 spectators but is normally half-full at the very best. It is a team looked down upon by the others and one that usually has to sell any blossoming talent just to remain in existence. Platense has already completed a historic play-off run to the final, winning all three knock-out games away from home. In defeating Racing Club, River Plate and San Lorenzo in those fixtures Platense managed to beat three of the 'big five' teams in Argentina. It's a remarkable run of form defying all the odds. The key for Platense has been staying solid at the back, conceding just one goal in those three games via a River Plate penalty. Platense does not play in continental competition and so has all week to prepare for the biggest game in its 119-year history. This is an incredible underdog story for a club that has never come close to silverware and a squad that has only won six league games from 16 this season. Platense's midfielder #10 Vicente Taborda celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the ... More Argentine Professional Football League 2025 Apertura Tournament quarter-final match between River Plate and Platense at the MAS Monumental stadium in Buenos Aires on May 20, 2025. Having said that, Huracán only lead Platense by four points in the annual table. Both teams were overlooked by everyone as title contenders but Platense's run to the final has been so outstanding that you might just believe that their name is on the trophy this year. If recent games are anything to go by this will be an extremely tense and low-scoring affair, but for the fans of both clubs it will be a huge party, and perhaps even the best day of their lives as soccer fans. For the majority of Huracán supporters it could be the first major trophy they witness their team winning, and of course for Platense it would finally be the first in the history of the entire club. The league structure in Argentina is often rightfully criticised, but this incredible final is a very welcome symptom of such mayhem, and either way; soccer history will be made in Argentina this Sunday. Platense's forward #26 Ignacio Schor celebrates after scoring during the penalty shootout and ... More winning the Argentine Professional Football League 2025 Apertura Tournament quarter-final match between River Plate and Platense at the MAS Monumental stadium in Buenos Aires on May 20, 2025.
Yahoo
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
⏳ Boca Juniors await Miguel Ángel Russo
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here. After San Lorenzo's elimination, the 'Xeneize' aims for the coach to start his third cycle at the club as soon as Boca Juniors Football Council has chosen Miguel Ángel Russo to become their new coach following the departure of Fernando Gago. With San Lorenzo's elimination against Platense in the semifinals of the 2025 Torneo Apertura, the 'Xeneize' directors aim to finalize his arrival in the coming hours. Russo was at the helm of San Lorenzo in the last championship and may have coached his last game this Sunday in the 1-0 defeat against Platense at the Nuevo Gasómetro. The 'Ciclón' failed to advance to the final, so he could leave immediately. "I don't have to talk about that. I will speak when I decide, want to, and have fulfilled everything I need to go through," said the coach in the press conference after the match. "VOY A HABLAR CUANDO YO QUIERA." Miguelo Russo evitó hablar sobre Boca.📺 #ESPNF10 | #DisneyPlus — SportsCenter (@SC_ESPN) May 25, 2025 Although his arrival is not yet official, Boca Juniors has everything prepared for Miguel Ángel Russo to have his third cycle as the first team's coach at the institution. The coach would match Mario Fortunato, José D'Amico, and Carlos Bianchi as the coaches who have led the team in three different stages. ¿EL ÚLTIMO PARTIDO DE RUSSO EN SAN LORENZO? 🤔El Ciclón cayó en las semifinales del #TorneoApertura ante Platense, en lo que podría marcar el último partido de Miguel, el elegido de Riquelme para dirigir a #Boca, al mando del equipo azulgrana. — TyC Sports (@TyCSports) May 25, 2025 Everything indicates that Russo, 69, will sign his release from San Lorenzo in the coming hours and will present himself to the Boca Juniors squad on Tuesday to start training for the Copa Argentina and the FIFA Club World Cup. 📸 Marcelo Endelli - 2025 Getty Images
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
😳 Infantino's unexpected reply about the Boca Juniors manager
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here. The FIFA president joked about a possible call from Juan Román Riquelme to take on the vacant position at 'Xeneize'. Boca Juniors are working against the clock to find a new coach after Fernando Gago's departure, and the chosen one could be announced in the coming hours, but an unexpected candidate has emerged: Gianni Infantino, FIFA president, who has applied for the position. Infantino participated in the Fútbol de Primera program with journalist Andrés Cantor, who asked him if he had any coach to recommend for 'Xeneize'. "I'll be the coach of Boca. If Riquelme wants me, we'll call Román right now and go. I have the suit to be the coach," Infantino joked, remarking that the key to success is shared with the players: "The important thing is the players too." 👀Gianni Infantino, presidente de FIFA, se POSTULÓ como nuevo DT de #Boca.📹 @ — Boca Juniors - La12Tuittera (@la12tuittera) May 24, 2025 Riquelme and the Football Council are still looking for a new coach ahead of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, a competition that will take place next month in the United States. Gerardo 'Tata' Martino, Gabriel Milito, and 'Turco' Mohamed have already been ruled out. In this context, Gustavo Quinteros and Miguel Ángel Russo are the main candidates. Quinteros is currently free after his stint at Gremio in Brazil, while Russo works at San Lorenzo and has to play the semifinals of the 2025 Torneo Apertura. Boca Juniors will play their match against Atlético Tucumán in the Copa Argentina before traveling to the United States to play in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, where they will face Bayern Munich, Benfica, and Auckland City. Boca Juniors vs. Benfica – June 16 at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. Bayern Munich vs. Boca Juniors – June 20 at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. Auckland City vs. Boca Juniors – June 24 at the Geodis Park in Nashville. 📸 FAYEZ NURELDINE - AFP or licensors
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
🤔 Who will be Boca Juniors' next manager
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here. Boca Juniors is racing against the clock to hire a new coach ahead of their participation in the 2025 FIFA Club World the tough elimination against Independiente in the quarterfinals of the 2025 Torneo Apertura of the Liga Profesional de Fútbol (LPF), the Boca Juniors squad has entered a week-long break to calm the waters amidst a football crisis that seems to have no end. According to ESPN Argentina journalist Augusto César, the 'Xeneize' players will return to work next Tuesday, May 27, to prepare for their upcoming commitments. Juan Román Riquelme and the Football Council are working against the clock to close the hiring of a new coach. They want someone with "experience" and a high profile. ¿VUELVE MIGUELO AL XENEIZE?@Augustocesar22 nos trae los candidatos a ser el nuevo DT de Boca. ¿Será alguno de estos tres nombres?📺 No te pierdas #ESPNF90 en vivo por #DisneyPlus — ESPN Argentina (@ESPNArgentina) May 21, 2025 "Given the timing, Gustavo Quintero, who is currently free in Europe, is waiting for Boca to define his future. I don't rule out Miguel Ángel Russo, who has a decisive match this weekend with San Lorenzo. They are not convinced that Gerardo Martino wants to coach. And 'Turco' Mohamed, who is currently employed, has lost ground in consideration," Augusto César reported. Mariano Herrón, who replaced Fernando Gago, is in charge of the squad with the match against Atlético Tucumán in the Copa Argentina on the horizon. However, the big date will be the FIFA Club World Cup in the United States. "Boca Juniors needs a storm pilot today," said the ESPN journalist in his report. Riquelme's idea is to close the deal with the chosen coach this week so that he can lead the first practice next Tuesday, less than a month before the international competition. 📸 LUIS ROBAYO - AFP or licensors
