River and Boca Announce Squads for Superclásico; Key Absences Noted

The Superclásico, a match that ignites passion across Argentina, is fast approaching, and both River Plate and Boca Juniors have unveiled their chosen squads. For River, the absence of Colombian midfielder Kevin Castaño from the list of 23 players called up by coach Eduardo Coudet has raised eyebrows. Castaño, who arrived from Russia for a significant sum, has struggled to win over the fans and his exclusion is seen as a consequence of his poor performances, rather than any physical ailment. His place in the midfield, to cover for the injured Fausto Vera, is likely to be taken by Juan Cruz Meza or Giuliano Galoppo, the latter returning after an ankle injury.

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River confirmed the list of called-up players by Eduardo Coudet for this Sunday afternoon's superclásico at the Monumental stadium.

In attack, Kendry Páez, who impressed in the recent Copa Sudamericana match, might earn a starting spot over Ian Subiabre. The probable formation for River suggests a midfield battle with Aníbal Moreno, Meza or Galoppo, and Tomás Galván, supporting forwards Facundo Colidio and Sebastián Driussi. The team will be looking to secure a crucial victory in this highly anticipated fixture.

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The Colombian Kevin Castaño, who has long lost the approval of the millionaire public, was left out of the group of concentrated players.

Boca Juniors, meanwhile, announced their squad earlier, with fewer surprises. Key absences include Kevin Zenón, Agustín Martegani, and Lucas Janson. Leandro Brey is set to start in goal, replacing the injured Agustín Marchesín. The defensive line is expected to feature Marcelo Weigandt, Lautaro Di Lollo, Ayrton Costa, and Lautaro Blanco. The midfield will likely be anchored by Santiago Ascacibar and Leandro Paredes, with Milton Delgado also in contention. The attacking duo of Miguel Merentiel and Adam Bareiro is expected to lead the line for Boca. This Superclásico promises to be another chapter in the storied rivalry between these two Argentine giants.

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Boca officially announced the list of its concentrated players, with no major surprises and the absences of Kevin Zenón, Agustín Martegani and Lucas Janson.