Alarm eased at Boca as Úbeda explains Paredes substitution | OneFootball

Boca’s post-match alarm eased after a big Monumental win, as Claudio Úbeda explained why Leandro Paredes was substituted. According to LaNumer12.com.ar, he cited an overload in the right hamstring and said there was no muscular injury.

The Superclásico, round 15 of the Torneo Apertura 2026, finished 1-0 thanks to Paredes’ penalty at the end of the first half.

The captain could not finish, withdrawn on 72 minutes after repeatedly holding the back of his right thigh. Ander Herrera replaced him, and Paredes later applied ice on the bench.

Úbeda said the midfielder reached half-time with an overload, felt able to continue a little longer, and was monitored before being taken off.

The coach underlined there is no muscle injury and called Paredes a natural leader and an extraordinary player, highlighting his humility and influence in the group. With the scare over, he remains a fixture after a standout Superclásico showing.

Source: LaNumer12.com.ar