In analyzing this tantalizing fixture - Boca Juniors versus Independiente - it's like comparing a sleek sports car to a reliable sedan, both have their merits. Let's consider the cast, shall we?
In the goalkeeper position, we've got Independiente's Rodrigo Rey going up against Boca Juniors' Agustín Marchesín. It’s apparent that Marchesín has the upper hand statistically speaking, so let’s see if that plays out on the field.
The individual prowess of Independiente's Santiago Montiel and Kevin Lomónaco could really tip the scales in terms of the technical game, but don't discount the pure genius of Boca Juniors' Lucas Blondel and the goal-scoring asset of Miguel Merentiel. Who needs goals when you play so pretty... am I right?
Looking at both teams' victorious past, Independiente might take solace in their slightly greater number of wins, but remember what they say about counting chickens. Boca Juniors, with the most recent 2-0 win in their joust, might just goof around and repeat the surprise.
Both teams have been oscillating in the recent matches – sort of like an unsure pendulum in a grandfather clock. Both had their glorious moments and crashing lows. But seeing Boca Junior's win against Belgrano, while Independiente failed to score against Atlético Tucumán may point out towards where the winds might blow.
Thinning the guesswork, I've a feeling that Boca Juniors will be the triumphant one here, just barely inching past Independiente, by say... a singular point.
Albert’s Prediction: Boca Juniors by 1