Boca player set for starting return after four months out | OneFootball

After a long wait, Nicolás Figal will wear the Boca jersey as a starter this Sunday against Tigre at La Bombonera. The central defender, who hasn't played in four months, was included by Claudio Úbeda in the team that practiced at La Bombonera, in a formal football practice that brought several updates.

Nicolás Figal will take the place of Lautaro Di Lollo, who is automatically out of the match after accumulating five yellow cards, the last one in the Superclásico against River. This situation opened the door for the return of the former Inter Miami defender, who hadn't been part of the starting eleven since mid-July, when he suffered a muscle injury that kept him away from the field for a long period.

Figal hasn't played since July 13 against Argentinos.

Figal's return not only represents a necessary solution for the Xeneize coaching staff but also an opportunity for the defender to regain competitive rhythm at a crucial moment in the tournament. Boca will aim to finish the first phase as the leader of Zone A, and having his experience in the backline could be decisive.

The possible Boca lineup vs Tigre

In addition to the return of the former Independiente player, Úbeda tested another change: Ander Herrera replaced Milton Giménez in the forward line. The center forward will be preserved due to being on the verge of suspension, as accumulated cards are cleared in the round of 16.

Boca would present two changes against Tigre.

The team likely to face Tigre lined up with Agustín Marchesín in goal; Juan Barinaga, Nicolás Figal, Ayrton Costa, and Lautaro Blanco in defense; Carlos Palacios, Leandro Paredes, Milton Delgado, and Ander Herrera in midfield; and Miguel Merentiel alongside Changuito Zeballos in attack.

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