San Lorenzo faces Unión amid fan unrest after derby loss and 'barra brava' visit

San Lorenzo hosts Unión at the Nuevo Gasómetro stadium for the fifth match of the Clausura Tournament, entering the game under a cloud of tension. This atmosphere is largely fueled by their recent 2-0 defeat in the derby against Huracán, which led to widespread disapproval, insults, and hostile chants from their fans.

The week following the painful loss to their archrivals was marked by nervousness, culminating in a visit from the team's hardcore supporters, the "barra brava." This group engaged in a conversation with head coach Néstor "Pipo" Gorosito. Adding to the team's challenges, goalkeeper Orlando Gill is suspended after being sent off against Huracán. Veteran José Devecchi will likely take his place.

The "Ciclón" is struggling to turn around a poor start to the tournament. With only one win against Gimnasia de Mendoza and three losses to Lanús, Central Córdoba, and Huracán, they currently sit last in their group and among the bottom 10 teams in the annual table. Unión, meanwhile, has experienced an inconsistent start to their season, understandable given the squad changes after a solid Apertura Tournament. They have drawn with Platense, lost to Gimnasia de Mendoza and Central Córdoba, and secured a victory against Lanús.