Colón begin the week with several warning signs after defeat to Morón | OneFootball

Colón began a new week of training with several concerns after the 2-1 defeat against Deportivo Morón. Iván Delfino’s team suffered its second straight loss and, in addition to the football setback and losing ground in Zone A, the coaching staff will have to closely monitor the physical condition of several players.

The main concern is Ignacio Lago. The forward finished the match with discomfort in one of his knees, and his progress will be closely watched during the upcoming training sessions. Delfino himself acknowledged that his situation was one of the issues worrying the coaching staff the most.

Another player who raised alarms is Federico Lértora, who also finished the match with discomfort in one of his knees. His availability for the next game will depend on how he responds during the week.

Added to those two cases are Pier Barrios, who had to be substituted against Morón because of discomfort, and Matías Muñoz, who could not make the substitutes’ bench due to a physical issue. All four players will be evaluated to determine the extent of their respective injuries and their availability.

Four players on the brink

The situation also has a disciplinary component that Delfino will have to manage. Ignacio Lago, Mauro Peinipil, Facundo Castet, and Federico Lértora have each accumulated four yellow cards and are one booking away from suspension. Another caution would mean a one-match ban.

The situations of Lago and Lértora draw even more attention, since both are also among the players who finished the match carrying knocks.

While awaiting updates on the players, Delfino will also have to start thinking about the next match. Colón is now fifth in Zone A with 45 points, after Godoy Cruz and Deportivo Madryn won their respective matches and moved above them in the standings.

The next challenge will be none other than Godoy Cruz on Sunday, September 13 at 6:00 p.m. in Mendoza. It will be another test for a Colón side that needs to respond quickly if it hopes to stay in the fight for the top spots.

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