Sport Country May 05, 2025

Boca Juniors Holds On for Draw Against Tigre

Boca Juniors coach Mariano Herrón reflects on the team's draw against Tigre, emphasizing the need for improvement and commitment as they aim for success in the league.


Boca Juniors Holds On for Draw Against Tigre

Boca's interim coach, Mariano Herrón, analyzed the match in which his team drew 1-1 with Tigre. Herrón acknowledged that he made mistakes in the game plan and player distribution in the first half, but they managed to correct it midway through the game and improved the fluidity in ball circulation. He highlighted the players' attitude and the importance of working every day to improve.

Regarding forward Alan Velasco, criticized by fans, Herrón decided to give him confidence by starting him. Despite noticing the player's fatigue, he trusts his ability and hopes he can adapt and shine in the team. He also mentioned the play in which a goal by Tomás Belmonte was disallowed for a handball, expressing his opinion on the refereeing criteria in such situations.

Herrón was satisfied with the team's performance in the second half, although the final result was not as expected. Regarding his future at the club, the coach stated that he is taking it day by day and will evaluate what steps to take next. Boca remains in second position in Zone A, failing to surpass Argentinos Juniors after the draw with Tigre. With this result, Herrón finds himself in another interim position at the club, and his priority is to help the team in whatever is necessary, without defining yet what his continuation in the role will be.