THE CALL OF SAN LORENZO
San Lorenzo arrives with momentum to Rosario, aiming to extend its ascent in the league table. The squad carries the early-season confidence built by a blistering start in the Professional League and a solid performance as they preview the Argentine Cup campaign. In a league known for its knife-edge outcomes, every fixture functions as a proving ground where even a single win can shift the title conversation. This trip to Rosario presents a clear test: maintain pressure, control the tempo, and avoid slipping in a league as tight as Argentina’s this year.
Head coach Rubén Darío Insúa has the balance in mind. The team that took the field in Santa Fe against Sarmiento de Resistencia demonstrated a willingness to push as many regulars as possible before the FIFA international window closes. The idea is to keep players sharp, ready, and integrated, rather than dialing down for the cup run. The squad also faced a logistical challenge: one of their standout performers, Andrés Vombergar, received a call for duty with the Slovenian national team, meaning an adjustment in the attacking rotation was likely. Still, the focus remained on keeping the squad cohesive and prepared for the weekend’s challenge.
San Lorenzo keeps its sights set on extracting a positive result from a difficult venue. The team’s resolve is shaped by the need to translate a string of solid performances into points on the road, reinforcing their claim as title contenders in a season that has already shown itself to be unpredictable and fiercely competitive.
THE FORMATION OF SAN LORENZO
With limited time to prepare, Insúa continued to experiment in training while keeping core roles intact. Although Giay and Luján were in contention, the final lineup did not hinge on either being guaranteed starters. The right-wing position was settled with Jalil Elías taking the role, and Iván Leguizamón remained in the lineup as a frontline option to fill the void left by Vombergar. Bareiro’s return provided a fresh alternative up front, with Blandi stepping in as the central striker as the team balanced youth with experience.
The projected starting XI reflected a blend of shape and flexibility: August Battle in goal; a backline of Federico Gattoni, Rafael Pérez, and Gastón Hernández; Jalil Elías and Carlos Sánchez providing width and balance; Agustín Martegani and Malcolm Braida in midfield;
Iván Leguizamón and Adam Bareiro supported by Ezequiel Cerutti, creating a fluid attacking unit capable of pressing high and transitioning quickly. The configuration emphasizes speed on the flanks, directness in the final third, and the willingness to press opponents aggressively to win back possession in advanced areas. This approach aligns with the club’s broader strategy of maintaining pressure across matches while adapting to the varying threats presented by different opponents in a crowded schedule.
ALTERNATIVE
The depth chart also features Altamirano, Campi, Luján, Silva, Giay, Maroni, Barrios, Insaurralde, Perruzzi, Irala, Blandi, and Perea as viable options off the bench. These names underscore the squad’s breadth and the coaching staff’s readiness to alter tactical plans midgame if required. The focus remains on delivering intensity and consistency across the ninety minutes, ensuring that substitutions contribute meaningfully to both defense and attack as the match unfolds.