Boca Juniors was eliminated before even reaching the Copa Libertadores group stage—a tough blow for a fanbase that expected more from Fernando Gago’s team.

Trying to overturn a one-goal deficit from the first leg against Alianza Lima, the "Xeneize" did their part, but the visitors found the net through veteran Hernán Barcos. The 2-1 score forced a penalty shootout, where Boca ultimately fell short.

The Boca Juniors vs. Alianza Lima penalty shootout