Racing vs Boca Juniors predictions, Aug 23, 2026

Argentinian Liga Profesional, on Sunday,

Racing

Boca Juniors

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As Racing Club de Avellaneda prepares to host Boca Juniors on August 23, 2026, both teams come into this match with contrasting recent performances that promise an intriguing encounter. Racing has struggled lately, securing just one win from their last five matches, highlighting potential issues in both defense and attack. Their tactical approach may rely on quick transitions and exploiting spaces, but lack of form could hinder their effectiveness at home.

Conversely, Boca Juniors has found a bit more rhythm with two victories in their past five outings. Their strength lies in a disciplined midfield that can control the pace of the game, coupled with clinical finishing when opportunities arise. Boca’s ability to capitalize on set-pieces and counter-attacks may play a crucial role in this match.

With bookmaker odds narrowly favoring both teams (2.78 for Racing and 2.77 for Boca), our model suggests a tight contest with a 36.8% probability of a home win, 34.5% for a draw, and 31.5% for an away victory. Given the recent form and tactical capabilities of both sides, this clash could tilt either way, making for a compelling battle at Racing’s home ground.

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Racing
32.8%
Draw
32.4%
Boca Juniors
34.8%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
Bwin 2.85 2.85 2.65
bet_at_home 3.08 2.88 2.65
betsson 2.65 3.00 2.75
MarathonBet 3.02 2.88 2.67 Watch Watch and Bet
Pinnacle 2.87 2.93 2.72
Best for US Customers 2.85 2.85 2.70

Latest Results

14.08.26 Racing Club de Avellaneda – CA Banfield – 0:1
09.08.26 Argentinos Juniors – Racing Club de Avellaneda – 2:1
01.08.26 Racing Club de Avellaneda – CA Tigre – 1:3
28.07.26 Rosario Central – Racing Club de Avellaneda – 0:0
24.07.26 Racing Club de Avellaneda – Gimnasia La Plata – 2:1
15.08.26 CA Platense – Boca Juniors – 1:1
11.08.26 Boca Juniors – Deportivo Recoleta – 3:1
08.08.26 Boca Juniors – Vélez Sársfield – 1:1
05.08.26 Boca Juniors – Estudiantes La Plata – 1:0
02.08.26 Newells Old Boys – Boca Juniors – 2:2

Facts

  • A great opportunity to watch a clash of neighbouring teams in the table (ranked 12 and 10)
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Racing won 3.
  • Recent form of Racing has been disappointing (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Boca Juniors is currently in excellent shape (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • The chances of victory for both teams are nearly identical in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Racing won 9 matches, drew 6 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 20:18. (average 1:0.9).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Racing won 5 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 10:5. (average 1.3:0.6).

    Latest Head To Head

    20.02.26 Boca Juniors – Racing Club de Avellaneda – 0:0
    07.12.25 Boca Juniors – Racing Club de Avellaneda – 0:1
    09.08.25 Boca Juniors – Racing Club de Avellaneda – 1:1
    08.02.25 Racing Club de Avellaneda – Boca Juniors – 2:0
    14.09.24 Racing Club de Avellaneda – Boca Juniors – 2:1

    Standings

    Clausura

    Group A

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Instituto 5 4 0 1 5:2 3 12
    2 Velez Sarsfield 4 3 1 0 6:2 4 10
    3 Newells Old Boys 5 2 1 2 6:5 1 7
    4 Defensa y Justicia 4 2 1 1 5:6 -1 7
    5 Estudiantes L.P 5 2 0 3 7:5 2 6
    6 Lanus 4 2 0 2 5:3 2 6
    7 Dep. Riestra 5 2 0 3 6:5 1 6
    8 Independiente 4 2 0 2 3:2 1 6
    9 Gimnasia Mendoza 4 2 0 2 3:2 1 6
    10 Boca Juniors 5 1 3 1 5:7 -2 6
    11 Central Cordoba 5 2 0 3 3:5 -2 6
    12 San Lorenzo 5 2 0 3 2:4 -2 6
    13 Platense 5 1 2 2 5:9 -4 5
    14 Union de Santa Fe 5 1 1 3 5:8 -3 4
    15 Talleres Cordoba 4 1 0 3 5:7 -2 3

    Group B

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Argentinos Jrs 5 4 0 1 9:5 4 12
    2 Belgrano 5 3 1 1 6:2 4 10
    3 Rosario Central 5 3 1 1 5:3 2 10
    4 Sarmiento Junin 5 3 0 2 10:8 2 9
    5 Barracas Central 5 3 0 2 3:3 0 9
    6 Gimnasia L.P 5 3 0 2 6:7 -1 9
    7 Tigre 5 2 2 1 4:2 2 8
    8 Huracan 5 2 1 2 4:4 0 7
    9 Ind. Rivadavia 5 2 1 2 5:6 -1 7
    10 Banfield 5 2 1 2 4:5 -1 7
    11 Atl. Tucuman 4 1 2 1 3:2 1 5
    12 Racing Club 5 1 1 3 4:7 -3 4
    13 Estudiantes Rio Cuarto 4 1 1 2 2:5 -3 4
    14 River Plate 5 1 0 4 2:4 -2 3
    15 Aldosivi 5 0 2 3 3:6 -3 2

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