Augustine Almondseparated from the First Division squad due to the lack of discipline he had with coach Sebastián Battaglia, he returned to add a minute to the Reserve and had an outstanding performance in Boca’s win against Barracas Central.

He started as a starter, close to goal and left with applause in the second half that the match was 2-0 in favor of Xeneize, who won with goals from Gonzalo Morales and Brandon Cortés and would reach the final date with the first four qualifying for the quarterfinals.

The 22-year-old midfielder has been a key part for the team led by Ibarra. He scored a harrowing goal in the 4-3 victory over Vélez and contributed a great bill to the 6-0 win over Godoy Cruz, in addition to showing the best in his football repertoire. Because of this, and aware of the hardships he was going through, he was given a standing ovation by the public.

“We have so much fun, we love our players very much. Almendra is very painful for us. Let’s remember he had no training for six or seven months, where we accompanied him and he recovered. Last tournament he was a tremendous player, and now, well, the child will play that role again, playing in the Reserve “, Jorge Bermúdez declared recently, in relation to Agustín’s situation.

Boca’s poor level in recent games, where Battaglia has stuttered in his position, has raised the possibility of bringing Almendra back to the first team, something that is not in the coach’s plans. The xeneize team’s midfield is goalless, one of the 22-year-old’s virtues, who seems to acknowledge Battaglia’s acceptance of the challenge and await his return.