Estudiantes La Plata claimed a dramatic 2-1 home victory over arch-rivals Boca Juniors in a classic Argentine Division 1 clash on Thursday, January 29, 2026. The match at the Estadio Jorge Luis Hirschi was decided by a late winner, sending the home supporters into a frenzy and dealing a blow to Boca's title aspirations. Boca Juniors took the lead against the run of play in the first half with a clinical finish following a defensive error. Estudiantes fought back valiantly and deservedly equalized early in the second half through a powerful header from a corner. The stage was set for a grandstand finish, and it arrived in the 88th minute when an Estudiantes midfielder unleashed a stunning long-range strike that flew into the top corner. The result was a major statement from Estudiantes and a bitter defeat for their famous visitors.