Ubeda forced to reshuffle defense, Católica boss talks big before Thursday

Defensive reshuffle before Católica

Ubeda has a forced change to make in defense for Thursday's Copa Libertadores clash against Universidad Católica (2). A player is already being lined up to step in, and the adjustment could be crucial with qualification hanging in the balance (3).

Católica's manager is talking big

Universidad Católica boss Garnero isn't shy about his intentions. "We're going to bring back the qualification," he said ahead of the trip to La Bombonera, adding that his side are "leaders in the most complex group in the Cup" (4). Bold words from a manager walking into Boca's backyard.

30 years of Boca through Olé's lens

Olé marks three decades covering your club, from Bianchi's golden era to the ongoing hunt for that elusive seventh Libertadores. The anniversary piece traces the wildest moments, the biggest characters, and the heartbreak that still fuels the chase (1).

Mono Montoya remembers the '91 scandal

Thirty-five years on, former Boca keeper Mono Navarro Montoya has opened up about the infamous Libertadores elimination against Colo Colo in 1991. The wounds from that night still resonate, a reminder of how deep Copa scars can run (5).

Fan-reaktioner

The mood is split between anxiety and confidence ahead of Thursday. Some fans are debating whether Ubeda should go all-out with four forwards, Changuito, la Bestia, Milton Giménez, and Aranda, while others warn that would underestimate Católica and leave the midfield exposed. A separate thread is already thanking Ubeda for the 3–0 win over Lanús, showing the goodwill he's carrying into this decisive week. See the tactical debate

Sources

  • 1. ole.com.ar — Boca y los 30 años de Olé: de la etapa gloriosa de Bianchi a la búsqueda de la Séptima
  • 2. ge.globo.com — Boca Juniors x Universidad Católica - Taça Conmebol Libertadores 2026 - globoesporte.com
  • 3. ole.com.ar — El cambio obligado que deberá hacer Ubeda en la defensa: quién se perfila para jugar ante Católica
  • 4. ole.com.ar — Garnero, el DT de la Católica, habló antes de Boca: "Vamos a traernos la clasificación" y "estamos punteros en el grupo más complejo de la Copa"
  • 5. ole.com.ar — A 35 años, el recuerdo del Mono Navarro Montoya de una escandalosa eliminación de Boca de la Copa
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