Racing managed to settle the image a bit after Mendoza’s hard collision with Godoy Cruz, securing a tight 1-0 win over Sarmiento in the Cilindro. With that victory, he had nothing left to give but still managed to add three more points, keeping Racing five points behind the leader, San Lorenzo.
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Avellaneda’s squad will not enjoy a long breath between fixtures as they aim to move past recent irregularities. The next test comes quickly: a visit to Unión on Friday, March 17, at 9 p.m., at the 15 de Abril Stadium. The aim is to use the match to reset and refocus as the team pursues consistency in the campaign.
IT’S CALLED RACING
Leonardo Sigali’s injury to Godoy Cruz added to Fernando Gago’s defensive headaches. Gonzalo Piovi suffered a torn rectus femoris in his left leg, ruling him out for at least three weeks and possibly jeopardizing his inclusion at the start of the Copa Libertadores. These setbacks create a challenge at the heart of defense for the coach, who must reshuffle options and maintain solidity at the back.
On a brighter note, Maxi Moralez trained normally on Monday after dealing with a soleus muscle pain that kept him out of the latest match against Sarmiento. If no complications arise, he could be cleared to return to action in Santa Fe.
THE RACING TRAINING
Piovi’s absence, coupled with Sigali’s injury, leaves a real question mark in central defense for the upcoming games. If Emiliano Insúa maintains the five-man line that was deployed over the weekend, he could slot back into the lineup as a familiar option and help stabilize the defense during the transition period.
There is also a decision to be made about Paolo Guerrero’s position and whether Moralez will reclaim a starting role after overcoming his muscle issue. At present, the starting XI remains uncertain, with choices yet to be confirmed.
ALTERNATIVE
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