Overview
- Scans in Buenos Aires found no bone or muscle damage, diagnosing a pubic-area bruise from his clash with Barcelona SC’s Byron Castillo in Guayaquil.
- Coaches will assess him in training, with his availability for Huracán still undecided.
- If he cannot play, 39-year-old Javier García starts after returning as an emergency substitute following 786 days without an official match.
- With no signings allowed until after the 2026 World Cup, depth now rests with García and 21-year-old reserve goalkeeper Fernando Rodríguez.
- The uncertainty arrives as Boca moves into Apertura knockout rounds and still needs results to secure Copa Libertadores qualification.