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Boca Eliminated After Úbeda Replaces Zeballos With Velasco in Semifinal

Loud boos at La Bombonera signaled fan rejection, with captain Leandro Paredes showing frustration over the surprise switch.

Overview

  • The change came in the 71st minute of a 0-0 Torneo Clausura semifinal against Racing at La Bombonera.
  • Exequiel Zeballos had been one of Boca’s most active attackers before being taken off.
  • Alan Velasco entered despite not having played since October 5 because of injury.
  • Television images showed strong crowd displeasure and a visible on-field reaction from Leandro Paredes.
  • Racing advanced after Maravilla Martínez scored four minutes later, intensifying criticism of interim coach Claudio Úbeda.