Boca Juniors is set to play against Gimnasia de Mendoza this Saturday at 5:45 PM Argentine time in La Bombonera, under the supervision of referee Pablo Dóvalo. This match is part of the eighth round of Group A of the Apertura Tournament 2026. Fans can catch the live broadcast exclusively on TNT Sports and will also have the option to follow the match minute by minute on canchallena.com.

According to betting forecasts, Boca Juniors is heavily favored to win the match, with odds of 1.46 for a home victory, while Gimnasia de Mendoza's odds for winning are at 9.0, indicating a significant disparity in expectation between the two teams. An equal match is valued at 4.03, showcasing that while Boca is anticipated to dominate, there is still an opportunity for surprises. This game represents a critical juncture in the tournament as Boca aims to maintain their strong performance from recent matches.

In their last fixture, Boca Juniors secured a 2-0 victory over Gimnasia de Chivilcoy in the first round of the Copa Argentina 2026. This win alleviated some pressures, as any defeat could have resulted in intense backlash from fans and stakeholders within the club. The current momentum and expectations from fans are high as Boca looks to continue their positive trajectory in both domestic cup competitions and the league.