Milton Delgado ruled out of Boca’s Copa Argentina tie with Vélez | OneFootball

Milton Delgado has been ruled out of Boca’s Copa Argentina last-16 meeting with Vélez after scans confirmed a minor hamstring strain. The setback, confirmed before the squad’s trip to Córdoba, forces changes to the starting side.

According to LaNumer12.com.ar, the midfielder felt discomfort in the hamstring area during the morning session at the club’s training base and was sent for immediate imaging. With a small muscle strain diagnosed, head coach Rodolfo Arruabarrena removed him from the travelling list to protect him from aggravation.

Tomás Belmonte is the leading candidate to step in for Delgado. His inclusion would add physical presence and late runs, complementing Leandro Paredes’ distribution and Santiago Ascacibar’s screening.

Boca are expected to make several changes from the side that started against Lanús. If there are no late issues, the XI will be Montero in goal, Lozano, Di Lollo, Herrera and Blanco in defence, Ascacibar, Paredes and Belmonte in midfield, with Flores, Merentiel and Villa in attack.

The tie takes place on Wednesday 2 September at 21:15 at the Estadio Mario Alberto Kempes in Córdoba, with live coverage on TyC Sports. Boca will look to absorb the late blow and push for a place in the next round.

Source: LaNumer12.com.ar

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