Boca's right-back, Juan Barinaga, expressed his opinion on his official Instagram account about not being called up by interim coach Mariano Herrón for the upcoming match against Tigre. Barinaga will make his debut in Victoria during Herrón's fourth stint as interim coach of the Xeneize.
Although he was not a regular choice for the previous coach Fernando Gago, Barinaga's name often appeared on the lists and he was regularly part of the substitutes' bench. He played his last match on February 18 against Alianza Lima in the first leg of Phase 2 of the Copa Libertadores playoffs.
Barinaga now faces the challenge of convincing Herrón that he can be a valid option in the team's defense and demonstrate his capability for it. The situation has created a tense atmosphere around the player, who will seek to earn a spot in the starting team.
