Paredes steps up to keep Xeneize dreams alive
The big games are not letting up for Boca. But that’s exactly what the Xeneize and its dynamic young team want. Leer más
Leo Paredes dreams of nights like the one he experienced, prompting him to leave Europe and return to La Bombonera. In Tuesday's crucial Copa Sudamericana semi-final, the Boca Juniors midfielder seized his chance with a few minutes left in the match. Receiving the ball near Vasco's half, he showed no hesitation and unleashed a powerful shot that just barely found the back of the net, eluding Léo Jardim.
The Maracanã fell silent, save for the enthusiastic Xeneize supporters in attendance, as Boca secured a remarkable comeback win and moved on to the Copa Sudamericana final, keeping their hopes alive for a memorable 2026 season. Despite a challenging journey, including a two-goal deficit against Racing in Boca's Copa Argentina campaign, the team showed resilience and determination.
Coach Rodolfo Arruabarrena has had to make strategic substitutions to ensure his players stay fresh, but Boca remains competitive in both the Copa Sudamericana and local league. With three matches left in the Clausura regular season, Boca sits in second place in Group A and can clinch a playoff spot with a win against Independiente later this week.
Additionally, the team is leading the annual table, which could secure another title at the end of the year. As the Copa Sudamericana final approaches on November 21, Boca will travel to Barranquilla to face Atlético Mineiro in a thrilling showdown at the Estadio Metropolitano. Paredes, fresh and ready to perform, leads his team as they fight for glory in their final push of the season.
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