Boca Juniors Finalizes Squad for Barracas Central Clash
Boca Juniors faces a challenging period, marked by the recent passing of coach Miguel Ángel Russo and a tough defeat against Belgrano. The team’s performance has placed them outside the top eight in Group A of the Torneo Clausura 2025. This situation has increased the pressure on coach Claudio Ubeda to secure a win in their upcoming match against Barracas Central.
Boca Juniors Prepares for Clash with Barracas Central
The match against Barracas Central, which was postponed due to Russo’s death, is now scheduled for Monday, October 27, at 16:00. Boca Juniors urgently needs to earn points to stay in contention for a spot in the CONMEBOL Libertadores.
Key Players and Updates
Leandro Paredes, a key player and World Cup champion, is expected to return after missing the previous match. However, his performance has been mixed, and he is at risk of suspension due to accumulated yellow cards. Boca will also have to adjust their lineup significantly due to injuries and suspensions.
- Alan Velasco is sidelined for the remainder of the tournament.
- Rodrigo Battaglia has been ruled out due to a left soleus muscle tear.
- Edinson Cavani is also unavailable as he continues to heal.
- Brian Aguirre has recovered from an illness but will not start against Barracas.
- Milton Delgado returns to the squad after a strong showing in the U20 World Cup.
The starting lineup for Boca Juniors against Barracas will likely include:
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | Agustín Marchesín |
| Defender | Juan Barinaga |
| Defender | Lautaro Di Lollo |
| Defender | Ayrton Costa |
| Defender | Lautaro Blanco |
| Midfielder | Williams Alarcón |
| Midfielder | Milton Delgado |
| Midfielder | Leandro Paredes |
| Forward | Carlos Palacios |
| Forward | Milton Giménez |
| Forward | Miguel Merentiel |
Current Standings
Boca Juniors currently sits ninth in Group A, having dropped points that now sees them lagging behind rivals such as Racing, Barracas, and Tigre. They are also in fifth place in the annual standings, a spot they need to improve to qualify for international competition.
As Boca prepares for their match against Barracas Central, the team will aim for a strong performance to regain momentum in the tournament and secure a crucial victory.
