Following Boca Juniors' elimination from the Copa Libertadores, manager Fernando Gago addressed various controversies and challenges. He denied rumors of his imminent departure, stating that he maintains daily communication with the club's leadership and remains committed to the team.
Gago defended his decision to replace goalkeeper Agust铆n Marches铆n with Leandro Brey before the penalty shootout, explaining that while the change was planned, it wasn't explicitly discussed beforehand. He also addressed the disciplinary action taken against Carlos Palacios for missing a training session due to a missed flight, highlighting the importance of internal team rules and mutual respect.
Gago analyzed Boca's recent performances, acknowledging both positive and negative aspects of the team's play. He highlighted the depth of the squad, emphasizing the challenge of selecting the starting lineup from a talented pool of players. Despite the setbacks, Gago reiterated his commitment to Boca Juniors' success, emphasizing the club's need to win and his determination to lead the team to a championship.
Gago refuted claims from Clar铆n regarding Frank Fabra's supposed request to be excluded from matches at La Bombonera to avoid fan jeers. He stated that Fabra is training well and never made such a request.