Since defeating River Plate in the tenth round, Boca has won three consecutive victories.

Now they are getting closer to the league championship.

However, as the game enters the second half, the players' physical energy consumption becomes even greater.

Injuries are more likely to occur.

During midweek training, Boca's two defensive midfielders Trimos and Elwes were both injured in a confrontation!?

What's happening here?

The medical team quickly checked the injury.

It was concluded that both of them had muscle strains.

They all have to rest for at least ten days.

In other words, in the next two league games, Boca will have no pure midfielder players.

Basile was a little worried.

How to deal with it?

Players in other positions can be substituted.

For example, the defender moves forward and the midfielder moves back.

But Basile didn't think it was appropriate.

For the defensive midfielder position, a special player must be found to take its place.

Excellent defense, excellent physical fitness, and strong body.

However, there are too few players who possess such advantages at the same time.

If there were such special players, how could Terry Moss and Elwes get a chance to play?

But then again, there really is such a person.

Always bright!

Regarding the selection issue, Basile sought Riquelme's opinion.

After all, he is a player who needs to cooperate with Riquelme, so we need to see how he can be more suitable.

"Let Chang Ming play as a defensive midfielder?" Riquelme nodded, "I have already expected it."

Basile smiled: "Romi, you are indeed a world-class star. I don't need to say more, you understand."

"I agree, no problem. He is fully qualified for the role of defensive midfielder."

"Romy, I have another idea. I want him to participate in the attack at the appropriate time. What do you think?"

"Okay! If he has a chance to go up, I will fully cooperate with him to form a dual-core style of play!"

"No, what I want is not a dual-core game, but a three-core game?"

"Three cores? You mean, Songsu?"

"That's right!"

Basile said, looking in the direction of the court.

At this time, Songsu was controlling the ball in the midfield, deflected Collazo's overhand attack, and passed the ball straight to Pika.

Pica received the ball from the back post and shot the ball into the net.

"Romy, I'm very worried now, very worried.

"The better Ming performs, the more worried I am.

"When the loan period ends, are we sure we can keep him?

"Boca's wishes, Barcelona's wishes, Ming's wishes, and Barcelona's asking price.

"These all determine whether Ming can truly take over your position, which is very important.

"Otherwise, we will have to continue to train and find your new successor next season.

"Just in case, I have to give Songsu more room to grow.

"Even if Ming can't stay on the team, we still have alternatives, so it won't be a one-and-done situation.

"So in this game, Ming is in the midfielder position, and he is a good b2b player.

"no problem.

"And by your side, you should take care of Songsu more and help him grow.

"So in this game, we will focus on three cores."

Riquelme nodded: "No problem, I will listen to you."

Basile breathed a sigh of relief, the back problem was finally solved.

At this time, Palermo, who was also resting next to him, whispered something.

"Not to mention Ming who is on loan, Long's contract expires at the end of the season. How long will it take for us to renew the contract?"

Basile was silent.

He looked in the direction of the Boca office building with a complicated expression.

How long will Boca's internal fighting last...

On the evening of November 9, the Candy Box Stadium ushered in the 13th round of this season.

Today Boca's opponent is Sporting Cologne.

Currently ranked third, very strong.

Boca needs a win to continue to consolidate its top position.

Sporting Cologne is also bound to win. They need a victory to narrow the gap with Boca and River Plate.

Today, both sides have formed formations with full offensive power.

Sporting Cologne deployed a 4-3-3 formation, with many offensive players gathered in the candy box.

With two defensive midfielders absent, Boca asked Chang Ming to play as a defensive midfielder.

Riquelme, Chang Ming and Songsu, three midfield playmakers, all appeared on the field.

The attacking point of this Cologne team is up front.

Their midfield strength is not as good as Boca's, but their forward strength is very strong.

No. 9 center Federico Nieto is the soul of Sporting Cologne.

He is 26 years old this year and in his prime.

And very early on, I went to Europe to explore.

The Portuguese Super League and the Scottish Super League have all left his footprints.

Although it is not particularly successful in Europe, its strength cannot be underestimated.

After returning to the A-League, he has never been among the top five scorers in the past three seasons.

This big forward who is 1.9 meters tall has a strong impact.

Before kick-off, standing near the center circle, Nieto and Long Yu stood opposite each other.

The eyes of the two high center forwards were filled with pride and disdain for their opponents.

We will win this game!

The referee's whistle blows and the game begins!

Palermo and Long Yu sprinted quickly, and Nieto also rushed to Boca's frontcourt.

The battle between the two sides has officially begun!

In addition to the three organizational players in Boca's midfield today, Collazo also started.

Sporting Cologne was full of physical confrontation, Necker suffered a disadvantage, and Collaso got the chance to start.

Now the two full-backs take turns playing, forming a healthy competition mechanism.

Collaso's sharp wing breakthrough, Riquelme and Songsu's forward penetration, and Boca's midfield and frontcourt attack line are very powerful.

In comparison, Chang Ming's position is slightly further back.

During a forward pass from Sporting Cologne, Chang Ming made a decisive tackle!

The ball fell to the feet of right back Rodriguez!

Pass the ball to Riquelme, Boca counterattacks!

Riquelme crosses Songsu, speed up!

Songsu did not pass back or play one-two, he chose to control the ball!

Two Sporting Cologne players press!
To be continued...