Gimnasia M. vs Boca Juniors: Clausura Round 8 Preview
Gimnasia Mendoza host Boca Juniors on Saturday evening in round 8 of the 2026 Liga Profesional Argentina Clausura. The fixture pits the mid-table home side against a Boca outfit flying high in second place and unbeaten in their last six league outings.
While no specific venue has been confirmed for this clash, Gimnasia Mendoza will likely welcome their illustrious visitors to their usual home ground, where the atmosphere promises to be intense against one of the giants of Argentine football.
Gimnasia Mendoza Form Guide
Gimnasia Mendoza sit in mid-table with a record of five wins, four draws and seven defeats from their 16 matches this season, leaving them on 19 points. Their goal difference of -8 reflects a side that has shipped 22 goals while scoring only 14.
Recent form offers encouragement. Over the last six league games, the Blanquinegro have collected four victories and suffered two losses. That run includes three wins in their most recent half-dozen outings, showing they can string positive results together despite their overall league position.
Boca Juniors Form Guide
Boca Juniors arrive with their sights set firmly on the summit. The Xeneize occupy second place in the overall table with 30 points from 16 matches, just one point behind leaders Estudiantes. Their record of eight wins, six draws and only two defeats speaks to a campaign built on solidity rather than flashiness.
Fernando Gago's side boast the division's second-best defensive record with just nine goals conceded. They also carry a six-match unbeaten sequence into this fixture, a run that features five wins and a solitary draw. That momentum makes them formidable opponents for any side in the league right now.
The Story of the Season So Far
While both teams have played 16 league games, their trajectories differ sharply. Boca boast a goal surplus of 13, compared to Gimnasia's deficit of eight. The visitors' defensive organisation has been their calling card, conceding at a rate of just over half a goal per game.

