Boca Juniors and Fluminense face a tough match this Saturday, November 4th, for the grand final of the Copa Libertadores 2023. Both institutions have been preparing to face the match at the legendary Maracaná Stadium in Rio de Janeiro. Specifically, the coaches Jorge Almirón and Fernando Diniz are fine-tuning details to confirm the lineups that will seek glory in Rio de Janeiro. Here are more details about the lineups.
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According to the Argentine press, coach Jorge Almirón made a change in relation to the team that beat Palmeiras in the semifinals. Nicolás Valentini, who entered in the second half in Sao Paulo, joined the starting lineup instead of Marcos Rojo (expelled).
Meanwhile, Fluminense has recovered two of its most experienced players, Nino and Felipe Melo. Both players have been training with the squad and would have minutes in defense. According to the Brazilian press, coach Fernando Diniz would make a change regarding the team that eliminated Internacional de Porto Alegre. John Kennedy would start in the attack instead of Alexander.
Boca vs Fluminense: possible lineups
Boca Juniors lineup: Romero; Advíncula, Figal, Valentini, Fabra; Medina, Pol Fernández, Equi Fernández, Barco; Merentiel, and Cavani.
Fluminense lineup: Fabio; Samuel Xavier, Nino, Felipe Melo, Marcelo; André, Ganso; Arias, Keno, John Kennedy, and Germán Cano.
Boca vs Fluminense: match time
Boca Juniors and Fluminense will play on Saturday, November 4th, at 3:00 PM in Peru and 5:00 PM in Argentina and Brazil at the Maracaná Stadium in Rio de Janeiro.
Boca vs Fluminense: tickets
- Category 1: US$250
- Category 2: US$150
- Category 3: US$50 (exclusive for finalist clubs).