Agustín Marchesín suffers cruciate ligament rupture | OneFootball

The Copa Libertadores night at La Bombonera began in the worst possible way 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 experienced goalkeeper, who tried to stop a shot and got his leg stuck in the turf, suffered an apparent injury to his right knee that prevented him from continuing, forcing young Leandro Brey to come on and guard the goal.

Concern took over the entire coaching staff and the fans when they saw that the former Argentina national team goalkeeper could not put firm weight on his right leg as he walked off. Although Boca secured a convincing 3-0 victory with goals from Di Lollo, Ascacibar, and Ander Herrera, the mood in the dressing room was one of devastation. Even team stars such as Leandro Paredes expressed their sadness over their teammate’s premature exit.

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

The big question now keeping the Boca world awake is whether the goalkeeper will be able to 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 to face the “Millonario” in Núñez or whether there is even the slightest hope of having their starting keeper available.

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