Sport Local 2026-01-17T22:21:02+00:00

Boca Juniors announces squad for friendly against Olimpia

Boca Juniors has announced the squad for a pre-season friendly against Paraguayan Olimpia. The squad features experienced players, new signings, and young talents. The match is a key part of the team's pre-season preparation ahead of the start of official tournaments.


Boca Juniors announces squad for friendly against Olimpia

Boca Juniors has published the list of footballers called up for a pre-season friendly against Olimpia of Paraguay, a match that will serve as a new test of preparation for the year's official commitments.

The squad includes a combination of experienced players, high-level reinforcements, and young players looking to make their mark, in a pre-season that appears crucial for laying the football foundations for the cycle.

Zeballos continues his football recovery process after injuries that kept him off the pitch, while Merentiel is profiled as one of the main offensive weapons due to his power and goal-scoring ability.

This is a line with full-backs who push forward, experienced center-backs, and versatile players, which will allow the coach to test different defensive schemes and partnerships during the match.

The midfield concentrates several of the most notable names on the list.

Janson and Aguirre, for their part, will try to use the friendly to gain ground in the technical staff's consideration.

The friendly against Olimpia will be an opportunity for Boca to continue fine-tuning details, test tactical variations, and build competitive rhythm before the start of the official tournaments.

The presence of Marchesín, one of the heaviest names in the squad, shows the intention to give minutes to the leaders, while Brey and García remain as alternatives for a always sensitive position.

The defense presents a wide variety of options.