The Boca in English Podcast

Facundo Zalazar and Rodrigo Azurmendi eulogize Miguel Ángel Russo, who sadly passed away on Wednesday. The guys talk about his career highlights and why he was beloved by so many fans across the football world. Then, they review Boca's most recent games, where the team improves on the pitch but let some key points slip away. Follow us!   Twitter:  https://x.com/CABJ_English Follow us!   Twitter: ...

Facundo Zalazar and Rodrigo Azurmendi return from hiatus with the latest on Boca's turnaround. The guys talk about the team's positive momentum, the new starting 11, the players who improved and the changes that still need to happen. Then, they discuss what the team needs to do in the final 8 games of the Clausura. Follow us!   Twitter:  https://x.com/CABJ_English   Apple Podcasts:  https:...

Facundo Zalazar and Rodrigo Azurmendi catch up on the latest from Boca's off week, including the upcoming return of Costa and the buyout negotiations with Lema, Rojo and Saracchi. Then, the guys answer questions from the fans, including their first time at La Bombonera, their favorite random players, the best jersey designs and much more. Follow us!   Twitter: https://x.com/CABJ_English Apple...

Facundo Zalazar and Rodrigo Azurmendi talk about the draw against Union at La Bombonera and the Copa Argentina elimination at the hands of Atlético Tucumán. The guys share their opinions as to what is going wrong and how likely it is that things will get better in the short term. From bad signings to lack of planning and too much coddling of the players, Riquelme and the board are sinking the club...

Facundo Zalazar and Rodrigo Azurmendi analyze Boca's draw on the road against a tough Argentinos Juniors squad in the first game of the Clausura. The guys give their opinions about the game, pick their favorite performances and debate whether it was a good result. Then, they look forward to the upcoming stretch of 3 games in 10 days, the possible returns of Paredes and Cavani, and much more. F...

Facundo Zalazar and Rodrigo Azurmendi discuss the return of Leandro Paredes from every angle. From the timing of his arrival, to his fit on the pitch and what can be expected going forward. Then, they review the transfer window and preview the team's debut against Argentinos Juniors on Sunday. Follow us! Twitter: https://x.com/CABJ_EnglishApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...

Facundo Zalazar is back and joins Rodrigo Azurmendi in talking about the state of Boca 10 days away from the beginning of the Clausura. Facu shares his experience at the FIFA CWC and emphasizes how the concept of Boca as a family. Then, the guys focus on the club's lack of urgency as displayed by the delay in Paredes' arrival and the roster cleanup that hasn't happened yet. Follow us!...

Nico Cantor joins Rodrigo Azurmendi to talk about their Boca fan experiences in Miami at the FIFA Club World Cup. The guys discussed the rollercoaster of emotions, the awe-inspiring support from the fans and the performances against Bayern Munich and Auckland City. Then, they went in-depth about the state of the club and what needs to happen for Boca to get back to their winning ways.

Facundo Zalazar and Rodrigo Azurmendi share their experiences after watching Boca live against Benfica at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. The guys talk about the lead-up, including the pep rally on Sunday, the hours before the match and everything that happened on the pitch. It was truly a religious experience as more than 50,000 Boca fans took over the stadium and earned the world's respect and a...

Facundo Zalazar and Rodrigo Azurmendi catch up on Boca news, including the new kits, some injuries, a few signings and the possibility of a Leandro Paredes return. Then, they preview the FIFA Club World Cup, the games against Benfica and Bayern Munich, the atmosphere in Miami as the fandom takes over Florida and more. Follow us! Twitter: https://x.com/CABJ_English Spotify: https://open.spotify.com...

Rodrigo Azurmendi and guest Damián Silberstein of Catarsis Xeneize discuss the return of Miguel Ángel Russo as Boca Juniors' head coach. They then talked about some of the players that could be leaving the club, the latest transfer rumors and the team's chances at Club World Cup. Follow us! Twitter: https://x.com/CABJ_English YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BocainEnglishPodcast

Facundo Zalazar and Rodrigo Azurmendi work through their despair after Boca lost to Independiente on Monday and got eliminated from the playoffs. The guys talk about the game, the good (and mainly bad) performances from the players and the reaction from the fans. Then they discuss where we go from here. Follow us! Twitter: https://x.com/CABJ_English

Facundo Zalazar and Rodrigo Azurmendi go over Saturday's contentious game against Lanús, where the team advanced to the Quarterfinals after winning on PKs. The guys analyze the team's performance and then dive deep into the scenes at La Bombonera, where the fans expressed their frustration at the board and the players alike. Finally, they preview next week's match against Independiente. Follow us!...

Facundo Zalazar and Rodrigo Azurmendi analyze Boca's tie against Tigre that dropped them to second place at the end of the regular season. The guys discuss what new coach Mariano Herrón did right and wrong and what the team needs to do going forward. Finally, they answer some fan questions! Find us! Twitter/X:https://x.com/CABJ_English

In an emergency episode of the show, Facundo Zalazar and Rodrigo Azurmendi discuss the firing of Fernando Gago as Boca Juniors' manager. The guys debate the timing of the decision and its implications. Then they go over the candidates to take over and make their predictions. Find us! Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-boca-in-english-podcast/id1445775892YouTube:https://www.yo...

Facundo Zalazar and Rodrigo Azurmendi vent their frustrations after Boca Juniors' frustrating loss against River Plate. The guys try to make sense of Fernando Gago's blunders, the players' poor effort and the overall lack of fire from everyone involved. No one was spared in this cathartic episode of the show. Find us! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast... Spotify: ht...

Facundo Zalazar and Rodrigo Azurmendi eulogize club legend Hugo Gatti, who passed away at 80. Then, they discuss Boca Juniors' win over Estudiantes, the club's third in a row. The guys analyze what went well, focusing on the second half performances from Merentiel, Palacios and Belmonte. Finally, they preview Sunday's Superclásico against River and make their predictions.

In this episode, Facundo Zalazar and Rodrigo Azurmendi celebrate Boca's important road win over Belgrano de Córdoba. The guys focus on Zenon's return to the starting XI and the great performances from players like Delgado, Palacios and Belmonte. Then, they discuss Cavani's crisis of confidence and look ahead to next weekend's game against Estudiantes.

In this episode, Facundo Zalazar and Rodrigo Azurmendi recap the first quarter of 2025, including Boca's signings, the heartbreaking loss to Alianza Lima in Copa Libertadores and the promising start in the domestic league. Then, the guys talk about the win over Barracas Central that has Fernando Gago's squad sitting in first place after 12 games.

In this episode we recap 2024, we discuss the transfer window, the Copa Libertadores, the Club World Cup, and we end with Gabriel's farewell to the pod as he pursues a new career!

In this episode we discuss the 2024 Copa Argentina elimination to Velez, we discuss what's needed for a 2025 Copa Libertadores qualification, and what needs to change at the top going into next year.

In this episode we discuss the loss to Tigre, the win on penalties against Gimnasia, and the upcoming match against Riestra!

In this episode we speak with Vedran Dedic, author of Wanderer's Journey: A Refugee's Search For a Home in the Beautiful Game. We discuss his back story, his love for the beautiful game, his love for Boca Juniors, and what pushed him forward to write this book!

In this episode we recap the loss to Belgrano, discuss Martinez' time as head coach, Gago's possible arrival as head coach, transfer window targets, stadium expansion, and answer your questions!

In this episode we take a deep dive into the Superclasico loss, and discuss the future of our club.