Penarol 2-1 Boston River: result and AI prediction
Penarol – Boston River, Primera División, Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 10:30 PM (GMT). Venue: Estadio Centenario
Penarol is #1 in the table (55 pts) and Boston River #14 (30 pts). 13 places separate the two teams in the table. Penarol is unbeaten in its last 5 matches. Boston River has not won any of its last 5 matches. Last 6 head-to-head meetings: Penarol 3, draws 2, Boston River 1. Their last meeting, on July 18, 2026, ended Penarol 3-0 Boston River.
AI confidence: Medium
AI match recap
Peñarol bring the stronger form, the league-leading position and a recent record of control in this matchup. Their cup rotation was important: it protected the core league side despite a compressed week, while Aguirre also has key defensive bodies returning. Boston River need to make the game compact, survive the early territorial pressure and turn loose balls into fast counter-attacks. Darias's absence and the late assessment of Lemos are the principal selection notes for the hosts.
Head-to-head analysis
Peñarol have dominated the recent series, winning the latest league meetings without conceding. Boston River have still shown they can frustrate Peñarol in this fixture, including draws and a prior Clausura win in the recent history.
Injuries and absences
Eduardo Darias is out with a muscular injury, reducing Peñarol's midfield alternatives. Herrera and Ferreira returning materially strengthen Aguirre's defensive options, while Lemos's ankle situation remains the late selection issue.
Form (last 5)
Penarol vs Boston River stats
| Penarol | Boston River | |
|---|---|---|
| Played | 29 | 29 |
| Goals scored | 51 | 28 |
| Goals conceded | 24 | 40 |
| Clean sheets | 10 | 5 |
Last meetings
- 2026-07-18Penarol 3-0 Boston River
- 2026-03-25Boston River 0-2 Penarol
- 2026-01-23Penarol 2-2 Boston River
- 2025-08-15Boston River 2-1 Penarol
- 2025-02-15Penarol 1-1 Boston River
- 2024-10-19Penarol 2-0 Boston River

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