Overview
- Boca played two closed friendlies at Casa Amarilla on July 4, drawing the first 1-1 with Ángel Romero scoring and winning the second 1-0 with Miguel Merentiel netting the winner.
- Teenager Leonel Flores was promoted into the second game and provided the assist for Merentiel, highlighting Arruabarrena’s willingness to fast-track academy players.
- Leandro Lozano made his first appearance for Boca after joining from Argentinos Juniors and remains the only confirmed incoming signing so far.
- Carlos Palacios returned to match action after not playing since December 7, 2025, while Exequiel Zeballos was left out of selections as reports link him with a possible departure.
- Boca will travel to Salta for a friendly against Athletico Paranaense on Wednesday and then open competitive play in the Copa Argentina against Sarmiento de Junín on July 16 in Rosario.