Boca’s surprise line-up to face Riestra | OneFootball

Boca’s lineup is confirmed for this afternoon’s clash against Riestra at Guillermo Laza Stadium. Rodolfo Arruabarrena is shaking things up and making multiple changes from the team that just won on the international stage in order to give them some rest. The coach is looking for freshness and alternatives amid an extremely packed schedule for the blue-and-gold club.

Arruabarrena is not taking any chances and decided to rotate a large part of his squad for the Xeneize’s match starting at 7:30 PM. After the demanding win over O'Higgins in the Copa Sudamericana, the coaching staff believes this is the ideal time to manage the players’ physical workload.

The starting lineup is surprising because of the number of changes and the unusual combinations on the field. In goal, Álvaro Montero remains in place, but the defensive line features new faces with the inclusions of Malcom Braida, Lautaro Di Lollo, and Ayrton Costa. Lautaro Blanco keeps his spot at left back.

In midfield, the reshuffle is total compared to the last international match. Santiago Ascacíbar and Williams Alarcón will take charge in the middle of the park, allowing stars such as Leandro Paredes to rest. Meanwhile, Milton Delgado stays in the starting eleven.

The attacking area was also not spared from this deep rotation planned by the Boca strategist. Kevin Zenón and Alan Velasco will try to provide service to Leonel Flores, who will play as the center forward.

Boca vs. Riestra data

Keep reading:

Boca suffered a historic humiliation and was thrashed by Riestra

Riestra vs. Boca, Clausura 2026: time, lineups, and TV coverage

What the gesture Álvaro Montero made in his Boca debut means

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.