Overview

• Claudio Úbeda served as acting head coach, a role Boca confirmed in its posted starting lineup.
• Leandro Paredes said the squad dedicated the victory to Miguel Ángel Russo and sent him strength before joining the national team.
• Russo remained at home on medical rest following recent hospitalizations for a urinary infection and dehydration.
• Úbeda said the staff stayed in contact with Russo during the week and that he was informed of decisions despite not attending training.
• The 5-0 result against Newell’s came in the Torneo Clausura as uncertainty persists over when Russo will return to the bench.