Is Palacios out? Russo plans changes as Boca host Central Córdoba | OneFootball

Boca Juniors is finalizing the details to host Central Córdoba this Sunday at La Bombonera, for the ninth round of the 2025 Clausura Tournament. The team's coach, Miguel Ángel Russo, is preparing changes in the lineup, from which Carlos Palacios might be excluded. Alan Velasco is leading the race to replace him, although it is not yet decided.

With the caveat that Miguel Ángel Russo takes his time to define the lineup and does not give too many clues during the week — as he usually mixes players in training — it seems that there will be changes. This Thursday, there will be practice at La Bombonera, where the coach will begin to test those variations.

Boca comes from 3 wins and 2 draws.

The first change would be the return of Agustín Marchesín under the goalposts, a position occupied by Leandro Brey in the last match. Another possible modification is the exclusion of Carlos Palacios. Although the incident with Claudio Úbeda is forgotten by the coaching staff, the Chilean did not show a good level in Rosario and, for that reason, could lose his place. The natural replacement is Alan Velasco; however, it is not confirmed that he will be the one to take the spot.

On the other hand, the coach of the Xeneize team was very pleased with what Williams Alarcón did in the minutes he played against Rosario Central and he could be considered. If the former Huracán player enters, Brian Aguirre might be the one to leave.

Day, time, and referee vs Central Córdoba

The match between Boca and Central Córdoba will be played on Sunday, September 21, starting at 21:15 hours. This duel, corresponding to the ninth round of the 2025 Clausura Tournament, will take place at La Bombonera.

Boca hosts Central Córdoba.

Additionally, the match will be refereed by Yael Falcón Pérez and Héctor Paletta will be in charge of the VAR. It will be broadcast on ESPN Premium, a channel accessible through the Football Pack.

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