Madelón’s puzzle: injuries and tactical tweaks ahead of facing El Ciclón | OneFootball

The defeat in Santiago del Estero against Central Córdoba not only left a bitter taste due to the result but also a series of physical and football-related questions that the technical team led by Leonardo Madelón must resolve urgently. With no room for lament, the Unión squad is already working with their minds set on next Friday, February 13, when they will host San Lorenzo at 20:00 at the Estadio 15 de Abril. This match, corresponding to the fifth date of Zone A of the Torneo Apertura, is shaping up to be a crucial event to regain lost intensity and not fall behind in the standings.

The main concern in the red-and-white camp revolves around the health of Valentín Fascendini. The central defender raised alarms after leaving the field due to a severe blow to his right leg that prevented him from continuing. Although no official medical report has been issued yet and it is believed that there is no serious bone injury, the technical team will evaluate him thoroughly in each training session. If he does not reach optimal conditions, Juan Pablo Ludueña, who showed an acceptable level when replacing him, emerges as the natural alternative to guard the central defense against the "Ciclón".

In addition to the uncertainty surrounding Fascendini, the medical department closely monitors the situation of Augusto Solari, who suffers from the consequences of a persistent tear. Likewise, special attention is given to the adaptation of Lucas Menossi; the team's latest reinforcement is still undergoing physical and football conditioning tasks. Madelón seeks for the former Tigre player to reach his full potential before launching him into the starting lineup, understanding that his game vision could be the missing piece to connect the tatengue midfield lines.

Finally, the poor collective performance shown against Central Córdoba could lead to a renewal of names within the starting eleven. Beyond the forced absences, the coach is considering making tactical changes to restore the team’s aggressiveness and freshness necessary to prevail in individual duels. With the support of their fans, Unión will have an excellent opportunity to demonstrate an emotional and football response, aiming to transform current doubts into the confidence needed to face the remainder of the championship.

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