Paredes shakes off injury, Russo considers a Boca line-up change | OneFootball

The breath of fresh air and the sense of relief from breaking the 12-match winless streak against Independiente Rivadavia didn't change Boca's methodology: the double training session, at least once a week, is non-negotiable regardless of the result. The designated day was this Wednesday, and before the second session, there were already important updates.

The highlight of the morning session at the Ezeiza facility was positive and related to Leandro Paredes, who had caused some concern at the start of the week due to a strain from the match in Mendoza. However, today he trained normally, and the doubts were put to rest: he will be a starter on Sunday against Banfield.

Another player on the same path was Williams Alarcón, who also had some residual effects from the 3-0 match but is now in optimal condition to face the sixth round of the Torneo Clausura. However, in his case, he would remain on the bench as a substitute, a role Russo frequently uses.

Were there any updates on the lineup? The tactical session is expected to take place in the afternoon or at most in La Bombonera on Thursday, but there are already indications of at least one change. Alan Velasco, who broke his scoring drought with his first goal, is gaining ground to return to the starting lineup in place of the inconsistent Carlos Palacios, who didn't capitalize on Russo's pardon on the field.

Regarding the rest, there is a small question mark over the possibility of Ayrton Costa getting some minutes after a long recovery from a tear. Interestingly, if the coaching staff decides to include him, he would play as a left-back instead of Lautaro Blanco, as Marco Pellegrino is seen as very solid and won't be moved from the defense. Nonetheless, this second option is less likely.

The probable Boca lineup against Banfield

Agustín Marchesín; Juan Barinaga, Lautaro di Lollo, Marco Pellegrino, Lautaro Blanco or Ayrton Costa; Brian Aguirre, Rodrigo Battaglia, Leandro Paredes, Alan Velasco or Carlos Palacios; Miguel Merentiel and Edinson Cavani.

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