Barros Schelotto: Vélez win would please Bianchi, it’s his team | OneFootball

The start of Vélez Sarsfield in the 2026 Torneo Apertura sparks great hopes among its fans. Under the technical guidance of Guillermo Barros Schelotto, the Liniers team defeated Boca Juniors 2-1 in a high-intensity match, reaching 10 points after securing three wins and a draw in their initial appearances. The absolute star of the day was Matías Pellegrini, who scored the two goals that secured the three points for the home team, while Iker Zufiarre scored the consolation goal for the Xeneize.

For the "Mellizo," the match had a particularly special nuance. Given his status as an absolute idol at Boca, a club where he won historic titles mainly under Carlos Bianchi, coaching against the Ribera team always represents a distinct day in his professional career. Despite his affection for the visiting institution, the coach highlighted the solidity of his Vélez, which remains at the forefront of the championship standings.

After the match, the figure of Carlos Bianchi — the greatest historical reference for both clubs — hovered over the press conference. When asked if the former coach would be satisfied with the result, Barros Schelotto analyzed the "Virrey's" feelings and declared: “I think Bianchi would be happy regarding Vélez, which is his team. He also has a past with Boca and will have his feelings, but he is also happy to be the coach of Vélez, which he was for a long time, so I imagine he must be happy, beyond the feelings he must have for Boca, which must be great as well.”

With this result, Vélez confirms its excellent footballing moment and consolidates itself as one of the tournament's main contenders, supported by a collective performance that combines Pellegrini's goal-scoring efficiency with the tactical order imposed by Barros Schelotto.

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