Matchday 11 Review: Boca Juniors vs San Lorenzo
The highly anticipated clash between Boca Juniors and San Lorenzo unfolded on Sunday, August 18, 2024, at the iconic La Bombonera stadium. The‌ match ended in a draw after a keenly contested battle officiated by referee Pablo Echavarría.
Match Statistics Overview
The statistical breakdown from the match reflects the intensity of play:
- Ball Control: Boca Juniors had the upper hand with 58% possession compared to San Lorenzo’s 42%.
- Total Attempts on Goal: Boca registered 8 shots while San Lorenzo took a total of 10.
- Shooting Accuracy: Out of their attempts, Boca managed to land 4 shots on target against San Lorenzo’s only two.
- Passing Efficiency: With a total of 371 passes made by Boca and just 272 by San Lorenzo, it exemplifies their more dominant gameplay.
- Cautions and Fouls: Both teams were equal in physicality with each committing 14 fouls during this clash.
A Deeper Look into Performance Metrics
The second half brought relentless action as stats continued to reveal compelling narratives from both squads. The re-evaluation yielded these noteworthy numbers:
- Boca Juniors Possession Rate in Second Half: An astounding control at up to 60%, showcasing their intent to dominate proceedings after halftime against just 40% for San Lorenzo.
- Total Shots Attempted in Second Half: A mere single shot was attempted by the home side compared to seven from their opposition throughout this segment allowing for more strategic planning than execution quality.
Boca’s Recent Form Synopsis
Boca Juniors entered this encounter following mixed performances across various competitions: