Boca Juniors: Riquelme’s Forward Departure Decision (2026)

Today new information was revealed about the Boca transfer market. It has as its protagonist one of the most questioned players of Xeneize after the painful elimination against Racing.

The same is Milton Giménez. Journalist Martín Costa shared the following about the forward’s future: “If a possibility appears for Giménez, I think it will come out“Several users on the networks are sharing positive reactions.

Looking ahead to 2026, Riquelme’s plan would be to keep Edinson Cavani, Miguel Merentiel and replace Giménez with a top striker. One who can play as a starter in the Copa Libertadores 2026. Although there are no defined names yet. one would be Marino Hinestroza. Although the Colombian is actually not a center forward but a winger.

The Opening and Closing 2026

On the other hand, today the draw was held for the next tournaments of the Professional Soccer League for 2026: the Opening and Closing. Boca was even in Group A.

The following will be your adversaries: Independent, Workshops, San Lorenzo, Riestra, Institute, Platense, Estudiantes LP, Gimnasia MZA, Lanús, Vélez, Newell’s, Defensa, Central Córdoba and Unión. Several sectors consider that Zone A is extremely more complex than Zone B.

While Group B will be made up of the following teams: River, Racing, Belgrano, Huracán, Barracas, Estudiantes RC, Argentinos Juniors, Independiente Rivadavia, Gimnasia LP, Banfield, Tigre, Central, Aldosivi, Atlético Tucumán and Sarmiento. Due to the format of the tournament, Xeneize will not face most of these teams next year.

Although it is worth remembering that a group phase of 16 dates will take place. 14 plus two Interzonals. In the case of Boca one will be the Superclásico against River. While the other will be the classic against Racing. So the Club de la Ribera will face all the greats.

Marcus Cole

Marcus Cole is a senior football analyst at Archysport with over a decade of experience covering the NFL, college football, and international football leagues. A former NCAA Division I player turned journalist, Marcus brings an insider's understanding of the game to every breakdown. His work focuses on tactical analysis, draft evaluations, and in-depth game previews. When he's not breaking down film, Marcus covers the intersection of football culture and the communities it shapes across America.

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