Boca v Millonarios: Russo Cup kick-off time, line-ups, TV info | OneFootball

Boca vs Millonarios face each other this Wednesday starting at 19:00 at La Bombonera, in a match that goes beyond just sports. On this occasion, the stadium will open its doors to both members and non-members to compete for the "Miguel Ángel Russo Cup," a trophy that pays tribute to a coach who left an indelible mark and won titles at both institutions. This match will mark the formal debut of the year for the team led by Claudio Úbeda, after weeks of intense physical preparation.

The Ribera team arrives at this event with the premise of loosening up and finding football fluidity after the demanding preseason work. This clash against the Bogotá team is the first of two scheduled rehearsals, as next Sunday they will face Olimpia, both serving as a prelude to the official debut in the local tournament against Deportivo Riestra. The expectation to see the new team formation is high, especially due to the tactical variations that the coaching staff plans to implement for this new stage.

Boca vs Millonarios play for the Miguel Ángel Russo Cup.

Regarding the team's setup, Úbeda is forced to make changes due to significant absences due to physical complications. Edinson Cavani, Carlos Palacios, and Rodrigo Battaglia were unable to participate in formal football practices during the week and were left out of the call-up. Given this situation, the coach would bet on a change of formation, leaving behind the usual 4-4-2 to move to a more offensive 4-3-3. This approach will seek greater width with fast wingers and a highly mobile midfield, where Ander Herrera's presence from the start stands out.

On the visitor's side, Millonarios arrives with a superior competitive rhythm, although with the accumulated fatigue of a demanding tour. Last Sunday, the Colombian team lost by the minimum difference against River Plate in Montevideo, in a duel that served them to measure forces against the continent's greats. Fully identified with Russo's legacy, the blue team will seek to conclude their journey through the Río de la Plata.

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The possible lineup of Boca vs Millonarios

Agustín Marchesín; Juan Barinaga, Lautaro Di Lollo, Ayrton Costa, Lautaro Blanco; Ander Herrera, Leandro Paredes, Milton Delgado; Kevin Zenón or Brian Aguirre, Miguel Merentiel, and Exequiel Zeballos. Coach: Claudio Úbeda.

The possible lineup of Millonarios

Diego Novoa; Carlos Sarabia, Sergio Mosquera, Jorge Arias, Alex M Paz, Danovis Banguero; David Silva, Mateo García, Stiven Vega; Carlos Quintero and Leonardo Castro. Coach: Hernán Torres.

Match details

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