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Boca Denied by Two Argentines as Benfica Fight Back

  • Boca Juniors and Benfica played to a 2-2 draw on Monday night at Miami's Hard Rock Stadium in the Club World Cup Group C opener.
  • Boca took a 2-0 lead from goals by Miguel Merentiel and Rodrigo Battaglia before Benfica fought back following a penalty awarded after a VAR review.
  • Ángel Di María scored from the penalty spot just before half-time, and Nicolás Otamendi headed in a late equalizer in the 84th minute, with both sides ending the match reduced to 10 players following red cards.
  • The 55,274 mostly Boca-supporting fans created a vibrant atmosphere, while Boca players Marchesín and Merentiel criticized referee César Ramos' penalty call as game-changing.
  • The draw left both teams tied on one point, trailing Bayern Munich who lead the group with three points, and Boca will face Bayern Munich on June 20 at the same stadium.
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Prensa Libre broke the news in on Monday, June 16, 2025.
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