Marcelo Gallardo’s tenure as River Plate’s coach has been marked by significant clashes against Boca Juniors, particularly at La Bombonera Stadium. His record in these Superclásicos reflects both tactical prowess and emotional intensity.
Marcelo Gallardo’s Record Against Boca at La Bombonera
Since taking charge of River Plate in 2014, Gallardo has faced Boca Juniors 13 times at their iconic home ground. His overall performance features a balanced record, demonstrating River’s strength under pressure.
Gallardo’s Performance Stats
The results of matches played under Gallardo at La Bombonera are as follows:
| Date | Tournament | Stage | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20/11/2014 | Copa Sudamericana 2014 | Semifinals – First Leg | Boca 0 – 0 River |
| 03/05/2015 | Campeonato 2015 | Matchday 11 | Boca 2 – 0 River |
| 14/05/2015 | Copa Libertadores 2015 | Round of 16 – First Leg | Boca 0 – 0 River |
| 24/04/2016 | Campeonato 2016 | Matchday 12 | Boca 0 – 0 River |
| 14/05/2017 | Superliga 2016/17 | Matchday 24 | Boca 1 – 3 River |
| 23/09/2018 | Superliga 2018/19 | Matchday 6 | Boca 0 – 2 River |
| 11/11/2018 | Copa Libertadores 2018 | Final – First Leg | Boca 2 – 2 River |
| 22/10/2019 | Copa Libertadores 2019 | Semifinals | Boca 1 – 0 River |
| 20/01/2021 | Copa de la Liga 2021 | First Phase | Boca 2 – 2 River |
| 14/03/2021 | Copa de la Liga 2021 | First Phase | Boca 1 – 1 River |
| 16/05/2021 | Copa de la Liga 2021 | Quarter-finals | Boca 1 – 1 River |
| 11/09/2022 | Liga Profesional 2022 | Matchday 18 | Boca 1 – 0 River |
| 01/10/2023 | Copa de la Liga 2023 | First Phase | Boca 0 – 2 River |
Overall Summary
- Wins: 3
- Draws: 7
- Losses: 3
Memorable Moments at La Bombonera
Gallardo’s leadership in knockout stages has been remarkable. He eliminated Boca in four significant international instances:
- Copa Sudamericana 2014: River defeated Boca in the semifinals and went on to win the title.
- Copa Libertadores 2015: The famous match disrupted by tear gas that led to River advancing.
- Copa Libertadores 2018: A final that ended in a two-all draw at La Bombonera, followed by a victorious 3-1 in Madrid.
- Copa Libertadores 2019: River eliminated Boca in the semifinals yet again.
These defining moments have fashioned Gallardo’s legacy as a formidable opponent at La Bombonera, underscoring his impact in the historic Boca-River rivalry. His tenure has not only shifted the Superclásico dynamic but also enriched River Plate’s storied history.
