Boca on edge: Marchesín in tears, injury rocks Superclásico plans | OneFootball

The Copa Libertadores night at La Bombonera began in the worst possible way for Claudio Úbeda’s team. Just 12 minutes into the first half against Barcelona of Ecuador, Agustín Marchesín had to leave the field in tears. The experienced goalkeeper, who tried to cut out a shot and got his leg stuck in the turf, suffered an apparent injury to his right knee that prevented him from continuing, forcing young Leandro Brey to come on and take over in goal.

Concern took over the entire coaching staff and the fans when they saw that the former Argentina national team goalkeeper could not put firm weight on his right leg as he walked off. Although Boca earned a convincing 3-0 victory with goals from Di Lollo, Ascacibar, and Ander Herrera, the mood in the dressing room was one of despair. Even team figures such as Leandro Paredes expressed their sadness over their teammate’s early exit.

Although the results of the detailed medical tests are still pending, the first reports on social media suggest a discouraging outlook, mentioning a possible grade-three adductor tear. This loss is extremely significant for the Xeneize, since Marchesín had established himself as the starting goalkeeper at a crucial stage of the semester, providing the security and experience needed for the two competitions.

The big question now keeping the Boca world awake is whether the goalkeeper will be able to recover in time for the Superclásico against River, scheduled for this Sunday, April 19, at 5:00 p.m. at the Monumental Stadium. With the most important match of the local tournament just around the corner, the team will have to quickly decide whether to trust Brey in goal against the “Millonario” in Núñez or whether there is even the slightest hope of having their first-choice keeper available.

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