Author: Gus Rocha

Boca vs. River. River vs. Boca. It’s the final that many have hoped for, but none are really prepared for. After the comeback win by River Plate against Gremio last Tuesday, and Boca Juniors’ 2-2 tie against Palmeiras that brought the aggregate score to a 4-2 outcome for the team from “La Rivera”, the 2018 Copa Libertadores final matchup is nothing short of epic. The two largest clubs in Argentina, and two of the largest in the world whose rivalry is typically considered as thee of the spiciest in the sport, are making history today as they face off in the…

The Semi-finals of the South American equivalent to the UEFA Champions League continues tonight. Why it matters and why you should watch. The first match of the second leg of the Semi-finals of the 2018 edition of the Copa Libertadores is set to start tonight in Porto Alegre, Brazil, as titleholders and Brazilian side Gremio receive Argentine side and tournament hopefuls River Plate. Kick-off is scheduled for 8:45 PM EST. The second and final match of this crucial leg is scheduled for tomorrow night in Sao Paolo, Brazil, as Brazilian league leaders Palmeiras welcome current Argentine league titleholders Boca Juniors,…