What Boca need to reach the Copa Libertadores last 16 | OneFootball

Claudio Úbeda’s side controls its own destiny to reach the next round of the international competition. The result between the Chilean and Brazilian teams left the “Xeneize” in third place, but with several key points to consider.

Boca lost to Barcelona in Guayaquil and, as a result of the 0-0 draw between Universidad Católica and Cruzeiro, dropped to third place in Group D. This means that in the final two matchdays they will need to take at least 4 of the 6 points available to advance.

Claudio Úbeda’s team depends on itself and could seal its place in the next round or be eliminated in the next two matches at La Bombonera. If they win both, qualification is guaranteed, regardless of having to wait for some results that could affect their position in the group.

Boca will play an early “final” against Cruzeiro at La Bombonera. If the “Sifón” side wins that match, it will not only put itself on course for the round of 16, but also gain the head-to-head advantage, a decisive factor in this 2026 edition in the event of any tie on points, which would leave them in a very favorable position in the race for first place.

On the other hand, if the “Xeneize” loses to the “Estrelao” and Universidad Católica manages to beat Barcelona of Guayaquil, the Argentine side will be mathematically eliminated on matchday five and forced to fight for a place in the Copa Sudamericana to keep competing internationally.

Finally, if they draw against the Brazilians, they will no longer be able to finish first in the group (unless Barcelona beats Cruzeiro in the final round) and will decide their fate in a head-to-head clash with U. Católica. There, only a win by any margin will do. Otherwise, they will be eliminated.

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