In Argentina, football is much more than a sport; people live it with great passion and fanaticism. A love that knows no age or any kind of distinction. It is a tradition passed down through generations, with pride and dedication to the team.
Fans can be seen at every game, in the stands, unleashing incredible shows in support of their team. There are many examples of these fans traveling many kilometers to cheer on during important matches. Here are a few examples: River in Japan, Colón in Paraguay, and Boca in Brazil.
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Buenos Aires is the city with the most stadiums in the world. "La cancha," as it is called in football slang, is one of the places you should visit if you want to experience up close the emotions that this sport generates in Argentinians.
Argentine Soccer Classics
They are known as "classics" to certain historical confrontations between rival teams. These games in particular draw the attention of both the average fan and those passionate about their colors, generating a kind of ritual when they are carried out. Now we will tell you a little more about them:
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River Vs Boca
Independent vs Racing
Rosario Central vs Newell´s
Talleres vs Belgrano
Columbus vs Union
Interesting and curious facts
Very few matches have visiting fans due to a long history of clashes between supporters. The matches that still allow both sets of fans are those in continental tournaments like the Copa Libertadores and the Sudamericana, where security measures are increased to ensure everyone's safety.
In December 2018, River and Boca played the Copa Libertadores final in Madrid. The incidents leading up to the match caused the Argentine Football Association to take such a measure. The clash occurred at the entrance of the bus carrying Boca's players to River's stadium. It was the most important match in the country's history. Here is a high-definition summary of the match where the passion and emotion transcend the screen.
As mentioned earlier, Racing and Independiente are from the Avellaneda neighborhood, and their stadiums are just a few meters apart. In the following video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GASpMsGo_bs) , we show you the views one club has of the other.
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