Unión back in training with full squad ahead of Gimnasia clash | OneFootball

The Unión squad enters the final stretch ahead of the match against Gimnasia de La Plata, where they will look to take another step toward salvation and to fight at the top.

After a well-deserved weekend of rest, Unión returns to training this Monday at Casasol, with their minds set on the next fixture in the Professional League. El Tatengue will visit Gimnasia de La Plata on Sunday, September 14 at 3:00 PM, at the Juan Carmelo Zerillo stadium, for Matchday 8 of Zone B in the Clausura Tournament.

Everyone on the same page

The coaching staff led by Leonardo Madelón received good news: all players are available and fit to be considered. Maizon Rodríguez, who missed the last match due to an ankle sprain, and Mauricio Martínez, who had been dealing with a physical issue, are now training with the group and are available for the match in La Plata.

In addition, Lautaro Vargas and Agustín Chávez rejoin the squad, after having been working with the U-20 National Team in Ezeiza, preparing for the World Cup in Chile, which will take place between September 27 and October 19.

The main question for Madelón will be in the defensive line. In the 3-2 win over Racing in Avellaneda, the manager had trusted Juan Pablo Ludueña, who delivered an outstanding performance, especially by neutralizing Adrián Martínez, considered one of the most dangerous forwards in Argentine football. Now, with Maizon Rodríguez available, Madelón must decide whether to maintain the defensive duo that worked or to return the spot to the left-back, who is looking to regain his rhythm and continuity in the team.

Beyond defensive matters, Monday's training at Casasol allowed the coaching staff to review tactical movements, offensive variations, and strategies to control the midfield against Gimnasia, a team known for its organization and for exploiting spaces in quick transitions.

Unión’s sights set on La Plata

The squad will train throughout the week, fine-tuning details in attack and defense, and performing specific exercises for physical performance. On Saturday at noon, after lunch, the team will head to Buenos Aires, where they will wait for the match against El Lobo, aiming to arrive with energy and total focus.

Expectations are high in Santa Fe. Unión seeks to consolidate the good form shown against Racing, maintain intensity, and build confidence in the opening stretch of the Clausura. With all players available, the manager will have options in every position, from defense to attack, and will be able to define the starting eleven with the certainty that every player is in optimal condition.

In the lead-up, attention will be focused on Madelón’s decision regarding the full-backs, but also on how the team will maintain the structure that allowed them to secure victory in Avellaneda. On Sunday, in La Plata, Unión will seek not only to add another important victory, but also to strengthen Madelón’s style of play, which combines experience, defensive balance, and offensive capability—fundamental pillars for facing such a competitive tournament as the Clausura.

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