Boca Juniors is focused on its debut in the Copa Libertadores, where it will face Universidad Catóica as a visitor. Coach Claudio Úbeda is beginning to shape the starting lineup with which the team will aim to start the tournament on the right foot. The 'Xeneize' arrives after a victory in the local tournament with the intention of maintaining the core, although with some modifications. The main novelty is the return of Leandro Paredes to midfield, who would return to the starting lineup to provide experience and leadership for the international debut. Regarding the formation, according to the Argentine News Agency, the team that is expected to take the field would be: Leandro Breyen in goal; Marcelo Weigandt, Lautaro Di Lollo, Ayrton Costa, and Lautaro Blanco in defense; Ander Herrera, Paredes, and Milton Delgado in midfield; Tomás Aranda as the link; and the offensive duo composed of Miguel Merentiel and Adam Bareiro. However, the coach still has some doubts in the starting eleven, especially in defense and midfield, where players like Marco Pellegrino or Santiago Ascacibar could slot into the lineup depending on the tactical setup. Boca will debut this Tuesday at 21:30 in Chile, kicking off a group that also includes Cruzeiro and Barcelona de Ecuador.
Boca Prepares for Copa Libertadores Debut
Boca Juniors is set to face Universidad Católica in their Copa Libertadores opener. The main news is the return of Leandro Paredes to the starting lineup. The match is on Tuesday in Chile.