El Ciclón welcomes Leproso to the Pedro Bidegain Stadium for a 2023 League Cup clash that has fans buzzing. The venue, known for its electric atmosphere, sets the stage for a meeting of two clubs keen to transform themselves from pretenders into serious contenders in the standings. San Lorenzo will host Newell’s Old Boys on the eighth date of the tournament, with both teams aiming to climb the table and push into the upper half of Zone B.
San Lorenzo arrives at this encounter fresh off a 1-1 draw with Huracán on matchday seven. A late penalty converted by Adam Bareiro in the 98th minute kept the hosts alive in a dramatic derby where discipline briefly shadowed the action after Gastón Hernández saw a red card. The result leaves San Lorenzo in seventh place in Zone B, carrying nine points with confidence restored by the late equalizer and the home comfort of the Pedro Bidegain pitch.
Newell’s Old Boys, by contrast, checked in after a 0-1 defeat at the hands of Rosario Central. Under the guidance of coach Gabriel Heinze, the Leproso occupy a mid-table spot in Zone B with eight points, seeking a spark to rekindle momentum and close the gap to the leading sides. The upcoming clash offers both sides an opportunity to reset, add three points, and begin moving toward the aspirational end of the schedule.
The 2023 League Cup calendar has featured a mix of tight results, dramatic late goals, and a display of competitive balance among the teams vying for a postseason berth. This particular match stands out not only for the rivalry between San Lorenzo and Newell’s but also for what is at stake in the standings. It promises a tactical battle as both teams weigh risk against reward in a bid to maximize their position as the season advances.
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The preview draws on coverage from Goal. For fans following the live build up, the focus remains on the tactical matchups, form lines, and the pressure each side feels to secure a win that could alter the trajectory of their season.