Herrera: Realizing the Super Derby dream at the Candy Box Stadium, you can t experience it in Europe

Boca Juniors defeated River Plate 2-0 in the AFC Champions League. Spanish midfielder Herrera not only helped Boca Juniors win, but also ensured the team's qualification to advance to the 2026 Copa Libertadores. Herrera was clearly enjoying the moment and in an interview with Boca's official channel, Herrera shared his feelings about finally realizing his dream of playing in the South American Super Derby at the Candy Box Stadium.

Herrera said: "I came mainly for this moment. I have watched this game many times in Spain and imagined it many times. It is a unique experience. My father was lucky enough to enjoy this game as a spectator, and I participated as a player. And we also won and celebrated with the Boca fans."

Herrera also talked about his current substitute role in Boca. "I've always been a team player and that's why I've always performed well in my career. When I get a chance to start, I try to keep my position; and when I don't get a chance to play, I try to contribute to the team. Great teams need 20 to 25 players, not just 13 to 14. Wearing this jersey is a gift for me every day and I will always Cherish this opportunity until the last day."

"Playing in the Super Derby at the Candy Box Stadium is a unique experience. I have experienced the Manchester derby, the Paris Saint-Germain game against Marseille, the Basque derby in Spain and the classic duel between Manchester United and Liverpool, but nothing can compare with this game. I enjoyed those games and played for them. The team has a deep feeling, but it is very rare to experience such a moment, and I feel very lucky."

In the end, Herrera concluded: "The passion here, the level of the players, the atmosphere of the stadium...Argentine football has great potential, although there are still many areas that need to be improved to reach the level of the top league, but in Europe you cannot experience days like today. Thank you to Boca Club, to the fans for allowing me to enjoy this, and to my teammates for allowing me to bring happiness home. "

"The fans support us unconditionally, and sometimes they blame us for our poor performance, because we really need to be asked to do our best, but as long as we give a little bit, they will give us huge rewards. This feeling is very special. "