[VIDEO] Barcelona Loses Céliz for UC Clash After Hard Elbow to Leandro Paredes

Barcelona de Guayaquil suffered a significant blow during their Copa Libertadores clash with Boca Juniors as forward Milton Céliz received a direct red card in the first half. The incident occurred after Céliz delivered a forceful elbow to the face of Boca's Leandro Paredes, an action deemed severe enough by the referee to warrant immediate expulsion.

This red card not only leaves Barcelona with ten men for the remainder of the crucial match against the Argentine giants but also carries consequences for their upcoming fixtures. Céliz will now be suspended for Barcelona's next Copa Libertadores game, which is against Universidad Católica. The team will have to find a way to compensate for his absence in what is expected to be another challenging encounter.

Adding to the disciplinary issues, Boca Juniors also had a player sent off, with Santiago Ascacíbar receiving a red card. This means both teams will play the second half with a numerical disadvantage. The match has been marked by its intensity and physical play, leading to these significant disciplinary actions.