Fans returning for River Plate vs. Boca Juniors a big boost for Argentina
After 18 months, fans finally return to club football in Argentina this weekend, just as Buenos Aires rivals River Plate and Boca Juniors clash.
2021 Schedule
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2021 Schedule
8-6-4, 4th in Argentine Liga Profesional de Fútbol
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Police charge six from Boca after Copa melee
Brazilian police charged six Boca Juniors players and officials on Wednesday, a day after clashes with Atletico Mineiro in the Copa Libertadores.
Atletico Mineiro and Boca players clash in tunnel after match (0:31)
Boca players pepper sprayed in Copa mass brawl
Police were forced to use pepper spray to prevent Boca Juniors players from entering the Atletico Mineiro changing room.
Boca players, Brazil police clash in wild scenes
Boca were knocked out of the Copa Libertadores by Atletico but both sides are sure to face sanctions after chaotic scenes during and after the game.
Maradona 3D light show dazzles at Copa stadium
Diego Maradona's life was honored in a tribute featuring lights and projections onto the pitch before Argentina's Copa America opener against Chile.
Tevez leaves Boca Juniors, won't say he's retired
Carlos Tevez, the former Argentina and Manchester United forward, has left Boca Juniors although left the door open for a return to football.
Boca Juniors, River Plate sweating as Copa Libertadores group stage concludes
Nine clubs are into the knock-out stage of the Copa Libertadores. But Boca Juniors and River Plate are among those that still need a result.
River's fifth-choice keeper Diaz comes close to debut miracle
Like a scene from a film, 5th-choice keeper Leonardo Diaz found himself playing for River against rivals Boca -- and the match went to a shootout.
Fifth-choice GK can't save COVID-hit River in loss to Boca
Boca Juniors overcame arch-rivals River Plate on Sunday, despite the heroics of River's fifth-choice goalkeeper who made his debut.
No Copa Lib 2021 final in Brazil or Argentina
Montevideo will host the finals of the Copa Libertadores and the Copa Sudamericana tournaments in November.
Lawyer slams 'trial by media' in Maradona case
A defense lawyer involved in the case around the death in Argentina last year of soccer star Maradona slammed what he called a "trial by media."
Maradona masterpieces: Argentina legend inspires wonderful works of art
Maximiliano Bagnasco's paintings of Diego Maradona have connected with many in Argentina and beyond since the soccer icon's death late last year.
Cavani 'unsure' on Man United future - Solskjaer
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has said Edinson Cavani is "unsure" about his Manchester United future amid interest from Boca Juniors.
Return of Boca vs. River eases pain of delayed World Cup qualifiers
South America's World Cup qualifiers are off for March, but a meeting of Argentine giants Boca and River should take away some of the sting.
'Justice for Diego' - Maradona's family attends rally
Diego Maradona's eldest daughters and his ex-wife, Claudia Villafane, were among family members that attended a rally demanding "justice for Diego."
Cavani's father: My son unhappy at Man Utd
Edinson Cavani's father said his son is not happy at Manchester United and would like to return to South America.
Boca Juniors' Cristian Pavon charged with rape
Boca Juniors winger Cristian Pavon was charged with rape in an Argentina court.
Maradona's daughter urges fans to fight for justice
Diego Maradona's daughter Gianna has urged fans of the former Argentina great to gather on March 10 at the Obelisk.
Sources: Rojo heard of Utd exit on social media
Marcos Rojo found out his Man United career was over on social media after reading that his contract would not be extended, sources have told ESPN.
Man United confirm Rojo exit to Boca Juniors
Manchester United defender Marcos Rojo has completed a permanent move to Boca Juniors, the clubs have confirmed.
Boca Juniors win inaugural Maradona Cup
Boca Juniors won Argentina's inaugural Diego Armando Maradona Cup 5-3 after defeating Banfield in a shootout on Sunday.
Santos sets up all-Brazilian Copa Libertadores final with win over Boca Juniors
Santos raced out the gate and knocked off Boca Juniors to set up an all-Brazilian Copa Libertadores final against Palmeiras.
Santos beat Boca, will face Palmeiras in Copa final
Santos set up an all-Brazilian final in this season's Copa Libertadores when they defeated Boca Juniors to set up a final against Palmeiras.
Santos team bus stoned after semifinal draw
Brazilian club Santos have said their team bus was stoned after their draw with Boca Juniors in the first leg of the Copa Libertadores semifinal.
2021 Prim A Standings
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| River Plate | 17 | 12 | 3 | 2 | +22 | 39 |
| Talleres (Córdoba) | 17 | 10 | 2 | 5 | +8 | 32 |
| Vélez Sarsfield | 18 | 8 | 7 | 3 | +13 | 31 |
| Boca Juniors | 18 | 8 | 6 | 4 | +6 | 30 |
| Lanús | 17 | 9 | 3 | 5 | +4 | 30 |
| Colón (Santa Fe) | 18 | 8 | 5 | 5 | -4 | 29 |
| Defensa y Justicia | 18 | 7 | 7 | 4 | +8 | 28 |
| Huracán | 18 | 7 | 7 | 4 | +4 | 28 |
| Estudiantes de La Plata | 18 | 7 | 6 | 5 | +7 | 27 |
| Godoy Cruz Antonio Tomba | 18 | 7 | 5 | 6 | +5 | 26 |
| Independiente | 17 | 6 | 7 | 4 | +2 | 25 |
| Gimnasia La Plata | 18 | 6 | 7 | 5 | -2 | 25 |
| Argentinos Juniors | 17 | 6 | 6 | 5 | +3 | 24 |
| Rosario Central | 18 | 7 | 3 | 8 | +1 | 24 |
| Racing Club | 18 | 5 | 8 | 5 | +3 | 23 |
| Unión (Santa Fe) | 17 | 6 | 4 | 7 | -4 | 22 |
| Platense | 18 | 4 | 8 | 6 | -2 | 20 |
| Sarmiento (Junín) | 17 | 5 | 5 | 7 | -2 | 20 |
| Atlético Tucumán | 17 | 5 | 5 | 7 | -7 | 20 |
| Newell's Old Boys | 17 | 4 | 5 | 8 | -7 | 17 |
| San Lorenzo | 18 | 4 | 5 | 9 | -9 | 17 |
| Aldosivi | 17 | 5 | 2 | 10 | -12 | 17 |
| Patronato | 17 | 3 | 7 | 7 | -6 | 16 |
| Banfield | 18 | 2 | 9 | 7 | -8 | 15 |
| Central Córdoba (Santiago del Estero) | 18 | 2 | 7 | 9 | -8 | 13 |
| Arsenal de Sarandí | 17 | 2 | 7 | 8 | -15 | 13 |
2021 Team LeadersArgentine Liga Profesional de Fútbol
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsArgentine Liga Profesional de Fútbol
Goal Difference8Tied-3rd
Goals Scored219th
Assists1313th
Goals Conceded13Tied-3rd