Boca's striker, Edinson Cavani, will not be able to participate in the match against Banfield for the Apertura Tournament 2025 or in the matchup against Alianza Lima in the Copa Libertadores due to a lumbar injury. The Uruguayan has been dealing with this issue since February 2, when he suffered a fall during a match against Huracán. Despite playing through pain, he was ultimately forced to withdraw from the game against Independiente Rivadavia.
The Boca Juniors club is cautious regarding Cavani's recovery and has not established any official timelines, although there is speculation about a possible month of inactivity. This absence represents a complication for the team, especially in the series against Alianza Lima, which is one of the club's main objectives for 2025.
Cavani, who will soon turn 38, was Boca's top scorer in 2024, but injuries have limited his participation this year. With only three appearances in six matches, his presence in the team has been affected, prompting the coaching staff to manage his situation with caution.
In Cavani's absence, Boca's coach will have to rely on Miguel Merentiel and Milton Giménez to fill his role in the attack. Meanwhile, the team is preparing to face the Copa Libertadores without its star striker, without having a specific date for his return. Boca is currently in ninth position in the league and will need to carefully evaluate the physical loads of its players to avoid further absences in the squad during this string of matches.
