Preview: Defensa vs. Boca Juniors - prediction, team news

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Defensa y Justicia faces Boca Juniors in round six of the 2024 Argentine Primera Division at Estadio Norberto Tito Tomaghello. Both teams are seeking improvement after recent draws, with Boca Juniors struggling in away matches and Defensa y Justicia needing to enhance their scoring. Key players are sidelined due to injuries and suspensions, impacting both squads. A win could spark a turnaround for either team.

Keywords: Argentine Primera Division, Defensa y Justicia, Boca Juniors

Source: Sports Mole

Update At: 7/22/2024

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