BUENOS AIRES (Interstat) — The world’s most heated club rivalry reignites Sunday when Boca Juniors hosts River Plate in a Superclásico that could define both teams’ seasons in the Argentine Primera Nacional.

The match at Boca’s famed La Bombonera stadium pits two historic giants navigating inconsistent campaigns. River Plate (7-5-5) arrives with a slight edge in the league table over their archrival Boca Juniors (6-4-8).

However, recent form favors the hosts. Boca is buoyed by a 2-1 road victory over Estudiantes last Sunday. River, meanwhile, is looking to rebound from a 1-0 home loss to Gimnasia on the same day. That defeat extended River’s winless streak in league play to five matches (0-4-1).

The last meeting between the sides ended in a thrilling 2-2 draw on Feb. 15.

Across all competitions, Boca holds a better overall record (15-9-12) compared to River (13-10-9), but the Superclásico often defies such statistics. The intense atmosphere and immense pressure create a unique spectacle.

According to Interstat’s game simulator, Boca Juniors is projected to earn a 2-1 victory. The result would provide a crucial three points for Boca’s league aspirations, while deepening River’s recent struggles.