Hundreds of Cruzeiro Fans Hold Support Rally in Central Buenos Aires. Ahead of the crucial Copa Libertadores match, hundreds of Cruzeiro fans gathered in Buenos Aires. The meeting took place in Puerto Madero and became a major event for the fan movement. Organizers explained why they chose the new location.
In Buenos Aires, just hours before the crucial Copa Libertadores match between Cruzeiro and Boca Juniors, hundreds of supporters of the Brazilian club gathered at a bar in the Puerto Madero district. The location was no coincidence: the event organizers explained that the logistics allowed them to be closer to the Bombonera stadium, where the outcome of the group stage would be decided that evening.
According to members of the Argentinazeiro fan group, such gatherings have become a tradition for Cruzeiro’s matches in Argentina. One of the group’s leaders, Kesley Torres, noted that the idea of creating a “redoubt” arose a few years ago, and the symbol of the movement became former club player Sorín—an Argentine whom fans believe epitomizes Cruzeiro’s fighting spirit. This time, despite changing their usual venue, organizers managed to rally an impressive group of supporters.
In an interview with local media, Torres stressed that for the fans, it is important not only to attend matches, but also to create an atmosphere of unity. According to him, regardless of their opponent, Argentinazeiro always organizes events to support the team and bring together fans living in Argentina or arriving from Brazil.
Among those present was Pedro, one of the directors of Argentinazeiro, who has lived in Buenos Aires for nine years. He shared that he moved from Teófilo Otoni to study, and now regularly meets other Cruzeiro fans at events like this. In his view, the presence of supporters from both Brazil and Argentina helps the team feel supported even when playing away. Pedro also noted that Cruzeiro has traditionally been considered a difficult opponent for Boca Juniors in international tournaments, and the current situation in Argentine football adds tension ahead of the match.
The evening in Puerto Madero unfolded amid anticipation of an important result: Cruzeiro is second in Group D, trailing Universidad Católica only on head-to-head record. Boca Juniors follow, while Barcelona de Guayaquil is at the bottom of the table. A victory over the Argentine club would guarantee Cruzeiro a playoff spot, which is especially important given their successful away run and one of the best defensive records in the tournament.
Such large gatherings of fans in the Argentine capital are not uncommon: previously in Madrid, residents of neighborhoods near the Bernabéu stadium also came together to defend their interests, which was covered in detail in the article about the fight against noisy events at major sports venues — details on the actions taken by neighbors near Bernabéu.
For reference: The Copa Libertadores is the premier club tournament in South America, featuring the continent’s strongest teams. In recent years, matches involving Brazilian and Argentine clubs have consistently attracted high interest, and encounters between Cruzeiro and Boca Juniors traditionally receive heightened attention not only in Latin America but also among football fans in Spain. In 2026, the tournament remains one of the most talked-about topics in sports news.
