Bacidalupe brace sends Boca reserves top with win over Platense | OneFootball

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Boca’s reserve team continues to show its class and, thanks to a stellar performance from Rodrigo Bacidalupe, defeated Platense 2-0 away from home. With this unquestionable win, Herrón’s team caught up with Independiente at the top of Zone B in the Torneo Proyección Clausura, strengthening its status as a title contender.

The Boca side took the field with the conviction needed to impose itself from the opening whistle. Just ten minutes into the first half, Bacidalupe broke the deadlock. That early goal allowed the blue-and-gold club to control the game with complete calm against an opponent that never found any answers.

In the second half, the flow of the match changed very little, and El Xeneize continued to justify its enormous superiority. In the 65th minute, the lethal striker once again forced an error while pressing the buildup to complete his brace and put the game to bed on the road. His attacking efficiency reflects the excellent youth development work the club’s leadership has been promoting.

Thanks to these vital three points earned away from home, Herrón’s men reached 17 points in their group. In this way, they sit at the top alongside the Avellaneda side, confirming that the new generation is enjoying an excellent present. The outlook is promising for a category that, match after match, keeps proving it is worthy of the badge.

Boca reserve team lineup vs. Platense

For this crucial match, the coach went with a clearly attack-minded lineup, relying on creativity and one-on-one ability in the final third. Defensive solidity and dynamism in midfield were the key pillars in neutralizing any attempt from the home side.

Boca’s reserve team starting lineup against Platense. Photo: Nicolás Funes/Prensa CABJ.

Below, we review the eleven players who started the match, including Tomás Báez in goal for the first time and Joaquín Fernández at center back, both born in 2008.

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