Leandro Paredes reveals how he is after being substituted | OneFootball

Boca midfielder and captain, Leandro Paredes, set off alarm bells after being substituted against Switzerland at the 2026 World Cup. However, the midfielder reassured all the fans and reported that he is in optimal physical condition for the semifinals.

Nervousness took over Argentine and Boca fans alike when the holding midfielder asked to come off in the final minutes of extra time. The physical demands of the World Cup took their toll, but the player himself made sure to dispel any doubts about a possible serious muscle injury. "I’m fine, I cramped up on one of the last plays, but I finished well," the player said in the mixed zone, bringing enormous relief to all of Argentina.

For the Xeneize, every step taken by their prodigal son at football’s biggest stage is a source of deep institutional pride. His pedigree, his vision, and his quality on the ball are a true reflection of the elite development he received in the youth ranks of the club from La Ribera. The midfielder completed 110 minutes at an extremely high level, showing absolute maturity in pulling the strings for the national team in a match filled with tension and parity.

Xeneizes are closely following the progress of the world champion, who is already in the final stages. Meanwhile, Boca celebrates his intact class and the certainty that his exit from the field was nothing more than a natural scare caused by the extreme wear and tear of the Round of 16.

Leandro Paredes’ stats

The numbers posted by the blue-and-gold club’s player against the Swiss side speak for themselves and explain his tactical importance. During the match, he recorded 131 touches and astonishing passing accuracy, reaching a 94% success rate with 112 completed passes out of 119 attempted. His influence was not limited to building from deep or tracking back, as he also completed 73 passes in the opposition half, adding two key passes to trouble the compact opposing defense.

Leandro Paredes reached another World Cup semifinal.

Defensively, that young playmaker who made his debut years ago in a Boca shirt confirmed his evolution into a tough, intelligent positional midfielder. He contributed four vital recoveries, won three of the five ground duels he contested, made one interception, and came out on top in the only aerial duel he faced in his area. These figures reaffirm the international caliber of a footballer who continues to keep Boca’s flag flying high in world football.

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