Boca Juniors are preparing for a key match against Independiente at the Bombonera in the Torneo Apertura.
Independiente’s Confirmed Lineup
Independiente’s confirmed formation is: Rodrigo Rey; Santiago Arias, Kevin Lomónaco, Sebastián Valdéz, Facundo Zabala; Mateo Pérez Curci, Iván Marcone; Ignacio Malcorra; Maximiliano Gutiérrez, Gabriel Ávalos and Matías Abaldo. The manager is Gustavo Quinteros.
Both squads have arrived at the Bombonera for this match on Matchday 14.
Bombonera Expansion Plan Progress
Just before Boca Juniors’ Copa Libertadores victory against Universidad Católica in Chile, positive news emerged regarding the Bombonera’s expansion. Ferrosur has notified the club that the construction project for four public circulation towers and pedestrian bridges over the railway tracks adjacent to the stadium has been formally submitted to the National Transportation Regulation Commission (CNRT). They are now awaiting final approval from this organisation.
Cavani’s Return Nears
Edinson Cavani has not played an official match for Boca Juniors in 49 days. He has been sidelined due to a chronic lower back pain, which has kept him out of contention for a starting place or a spot on the bench. However, the striker has received positive news, raising hopes among fans for his return to the pitch.
Looking Back: Boca Juniors vs Independiente
A retro image shows Rolfi Montenegro and Fernando Gago challenging for the ball in a Boca-Independiente match from 20 years ago at the Bombonera. Boca won that night 1-0 with a goal from Matías Silvestre.
Independiente’s Upcoming Schedule
- *Subject to the classification of Boca to those instances
Boca Juniors’ Upcoming Schedule
- *Subject to the classification of Boca to those instances
Torneo Apertura Standings
The tables of positions are as follows:
The match will be broadcast on TNT Sports (pack fútbol) for all of Argentina.
The kick-off times are: 19.30 for Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay; 18.30 for Bolivia, Chile, United States (Miami) and Venezuela.