The 1946 Copa de Competencia Británica Final was the match that decided the winner of the 3rd edition of this Argentine domestic cup. The game was played on December 14, 1946. Boca Juniors defeated

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3–1 at Estadio Monumental, a neutral venue for the match.Copa de Competencia Británica 1946
by Osvaldo Gorgazzi on the

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Qualified teams

Overview

The cup was contested by clubs participating in the 1946 Argentine Primera División season, playing a

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in neutral venues. Boca Juniors beat Vélez at Independiente Stadium, qualifying to the quarterfinals. After eliminating

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(4–1) and River Plate (2–0), Boca reached the final of the competition, held at

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