Boca Juniors travels to Florencio Varela needing a win to snap a poor run in the League Cup.
The team arrived on the heels of another penalties win, this time against Almagro in the Argentine Cup round of 16. They remain in the mix for the Copa Libertadores semi-finals, where Jorge Almirón’s squad aims to halt a skid that has stretched through recent League Cup fixtures, including losses to Tigre and Sarmiento.
On Friday, September 15, at 6:45 PM local time, Boca will face Defense and Justice at the Norberto “Tito” Tomaghello Stadium as the fourth round of the national competition gets underway.
Boca’s Call-Ups
In the latest squad update, the coach has welcomed back two crucial pieces to his system: Valentin Boat and Christian Medina. Both players trained with the group midweek and earned positions in the possible starting lineup. The return of these performers gives Boca additional options and flexibility in how they structure the midfield and attack.
On the downside, Edinson Cavani is being managed for a calf overload and will be kept out to avoid risk. The decision reflects a conservative approach to preservation when the squad is chasing a stronger run in the league and cups alike.
TO THE XI: MOUTH’S SHAPE
Wednesday’s training session confirmed Almirón’s preference for a traditional 4-3-3 setup, with a prefix of regular starters continuing to anchor the team. A potential shake-up in the midfield could see Ezequiel Bullaude slotting in beside Equi Fernández and Cristian Medina, a trio that would push the balance toward sustained control in the center of the park. Medina’s return to the lineup, following a period on the bench, adds a seasoned touch to the engine room.
Up front, Dario Benedetto was slated to continue as the central striker, with Cavani out of the picture for this match. Should there be any adjustments, the squad could also look to bring back Luis Advíncula and Valentin Boat in wider roles, providing width and pace on the flanks.
These selections underscore Boca’s intent to be proactive in attack and resilient in defense, matching the intensity expected from a squad chasing progress across multiple competitions.