MIAMI, 2025-06-17 00:01:00
Boca Juniors battled to a 2-2 draw against Benfica in a thrilling debut in Miami. Despite the draw, the Xeneize showed they will be a force to be reckoned with.
A hard-fought match saw Boca and Benfica trade blows, leaving fans on the edge of their seats.
- Merentiel put Boca ahead early with a goal.
- Battaglia doubled the lead with a header.
- Di María scored a penalty for Benfica.
- Belotti was sent off for Benfica after VAR review.
- Otamendi leveled the score late in the game.
What was the score of the Boca Juniors vs. Benfica match? Boca Juniors and Benfica played to a 2-2 draw in Miami, showcasing a spirited performance from both sides, despite a late equalizer from Benfica.
The first half ignited with Benfica dominating, their attacks creating dangerous moments near the Boca goal. Benfica even struck the post early on. However, Boca found their footing and responded to the challenge.
At 22 minutes, Boca’s attack paid off. After a clever play, Merentiel beat Otamendi to tap in a goal, putting Boca up 1-0. The crowd erupted.
The Portuguese were stunned, with Boca’s fans adding to the pressure. Rodrigo Battaglia then headed in another goal for Boca, marking a special moment for the player.
Near the end of the first half, a penalty was awarded to Benfica after a VAR review, and Ander Herrera was sent off. Ángel Di María converted the penalty, narrowing the score.
The second half saw Benfica trying to dominate possession, but Boca stood firm.
The turning point came at 71 minutes when Andrea Belotti was shown a direct red card after a hard foul on Ayrton Costa, confirmed by VAR. Benfica persevered, and their persistence paid off in the 83rd minute when Nicolás Otamendi scored to tie the match at 2-2.
Despite not getting the win, Boca showed great potential in their debut against a formidable opponent. Nicolás Figal was sent off, which means he’ll miss the next game.
Boca’s next challenge? Bayern Munich.
