Result and Early Dominance

Boca Juniors defeated CD Recoleta 4-0 in the Copa Sudamericana. The away side took control early and never looked back. Two goals were recorded in the first half at the 6th and 20th minutes for CD Recoleta according to available timeline data, yet the final scoreline stood at 0-4 with scorers listed as unavailable from match data. No further goal details were provided in the timeline or stats.

Half-by-Half Flow and Key Stats

The first half featured intense pressing and frequent set pieces. CD Recoleta recorded multiple tackles from players including José Espínola, Alejandro Silva and Marcelo Medina, while Boca Juniors created several shooting opportunities through Sebastián Villa, Milton Delgado and Miguel Merentiel. Villa registered five shots including three on target, and Delgado scored one assist. Expected goals heavily favored Boca at 2.76 compared to Recoleta’s 0.97. Across the full match Boca finished with ten shots on target to the hosts’ four. Recoleta managed 11 total shots led by Aldo Walmor González and Héctor López Gayoso with three each, but only four found the target.

Defensive discipline told a clear story. Boca committed just three fouls while Recoleta were penalized 14 times. The visitors earned five corners against eight for the home side. Yellow cards were shown twice to Recoleta and none to Boca. Offsides remained low with Recoleta caught twice and Boca once. Throw-ins were nearly even at 24 for the hosts and 25 for the visitors.

Standout Metrics and Takeaway

Boca’s attacking players combined for 16 total shots, with Alan Velasco adding four and Merentiel three. Their clinical edge on target proved decisive. Recoleta created chances but lacked the finishing quality to trouble the scoreboard. The match ended with Boca fully in control after a second half that saw the scoreline stretch to 4-0. For more Copa Sudamericana updates, live scores and tips visit AltBets.