After vice, Boca Juniors confirms coach’s departure

O Boca Juniorsfrom Argentina, is officially without a coach after the defeat in the Libertadores final, to Fluminense. The decision was made by the professional himself, who communicated the decision to Riquelme, vice-president of the club, upon arrival in Buenos Aires. Although the idol tried to convince him otherwise, the departure was confirmed.

After the game, the Argentine press reported on the commander’s stay, who began to be criticized for some of his decisions during the 120 minutes, especially in substitutions. Asked about the possibility of continuing in the position at a press conference, Almirón preferred to avoid talking at the moment.

Without the usual arrogance.

Boca Juniors fan recognizes Fluminense’s superiority, praises Árias and confesses that the referee even helped the Argentine team.

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“Club Atlético Boca Juniors informs members and fans that this Sunday, November 5th, starting at 9pm, Jorge Almirón informed that he and his coaching staff, with a contract valid until the end of the season, have made a personal decision not to continue as coaches. Our institution is grateful for the services provided by all of them and wishes them every success for the future.“, said the club in a statement.

With a contract only until the end of this year, the coach’s work continued directly linked to the club’s presidential elections, which take place in December. Despite the continental runner-up, criticism was constant and a place in the next Libertadores depends on the Argentine Cup title.

For the remaining games this year, the B team coach, Mariano Herrón, is the one who should lead the team on an interim basis. During his time at the club, Almirón played 39 matches, with 16 wins, 12 draws and 11 defeats. Despite this, there were only two positive results in the last 16 matches, with five classifications on penalties.