Boca on edge: Marchesín in tears, injury rocks Superclásico plans | OneFootball

Boca Juniors’ Copa Libertadores night at La Bombonera got off to the worst possible start for Claudio Úbeda’s team. Just 12 minutes into the first half against Barcelona of Ecuador, Agustín Marchesín had to leave the field in tears. The veteran goalkeeper, who tried to cut out a shot and got his leg stuck in the turf, appeared to suffer an injury to his right knee that prevented him from continuing, forcing young Leandro Brey to come on and take over in goal.

Concern took over the entire coaching staff and the fans when they saw that the former Argentina national team goalkeeper was unable to put firm weight on his right leg as he left the pitch. Although Boca earned a convincing 3-0 win with goals from Di Lollo, Ascacibar, and Ander Herrera, the mood in the dressing room was one of devastation. Even key players such as Leandro Paredes expressed their sadness over their teammate’s early exit.

Although the results of the detailed medical tests are still pending, early reports on social media suggest a discouraging outlook, mentioning a possible grade-three adductor tear. This absence is extremely significant for Boca, as Marchesín had established himself as the starting goalkeeper during a decisive stretch of the semester, providing the security and experience needed for the team’s two competitions.

The big question now keeping the Boca world awake is whether the goalkeeper will recover in time for the Superclásico against River, scheduled for this Sunday, April 19, at 5:00 p.m. at the Monumental Stadium. With the most important match of the local tournament just around the corner, the team will have to quickly decide whether to trust Brey in goal against the “Millonario” in Núñez or whether there is still even the slightest hope of having their starting keeper available.

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