Xeneize in turmoil: Emergency training, stat questions squad future | OneFootball

The current situation of Boca Juniors away from La Bombonera has gone from being a negative streak to an alarming statistic. After Sunday’s 2-1 defeat against Guillermo Barros Schelotto’s Vélez, the team led by Claudio Úbeda has now suffered its nineteenth setback as visitors in the last two years. With a brace from Matías Pellegrini, the “Fortín” exposed the shortcomings of a team that has yet to secure a victory away from home in this Apertura Tournament and remains in fifth place with just six points.

The crisis of results away from their stadium runs deep. Since February 18, 2024, when they lost to Lanús, the “Xeneize” have played 43 matches on the road, managing to collect just 37% of the points at stake. The balance during this period is critical:

(Fact: The last away win dates back to November 2 against Estudiantes de La Plata).

No rest and eyes on the transfer market

Following the poor performance in Liniers, coach Claudio Úbeda made a drastic decision: he canceled the scheduled day off for the squad on Monday. The players were called in to train this afternoon, immediately starting preparations for next Sunday’s match at 7:30 p.m. against Platense at La Bombonera. The coaching staff is looking to urgently correct mistakes before heading out again on Wednesday, March 3, to face Lanús once more.

In parallel with activities at the training ground, the management is speeding up efforts to strengthen the attack. There is a verbal agreement with Edwuin Cetré, a Colombian forward currently playing for Estudiantes de La Plata. His arrival is seen as the main bet to renew the offense and turn around this difficult footballing moment.

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