After Corinthians’ exit in the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores, Boca Juniors’ leadership confirmed the departure of Sebastian Battaglia, with Ricardo Gareca the main candidate to replace him.

This was confirmed by TyC Sports journalist Tati Civiello. “Ricardo Gareca is the number 1 candidate to be the new coach of Boca Juniors,” he said on his Instagram account.

Sebastian Battaglia has been sacked from Boca Juniors

Sebastian Battaglia has been sacked as coach of Boca Juniors, the club announced in a brief statement, less than 24 hours after Argentina were eliminated in the round of 16 of the 2022 Copa Libertadores.

“Club Atletico Boca Juniors, Sebastian Battaglia is no longer the coach of the first football team, thanks to his contribution throughout this cycle,” the xeneize club said on its social networks, after the penalty (6- 5) fall. The Libertadores play Corinthians at La Bombonera on Tuesday in the second leg of the Round of 16.

“Battaglia, after coming through the reserves, took over as coach of the first division and won two titles, the Argentine Cup and the League Cup, for which the whole club will be eternally grateful to him for his work. Sebastian, Boca will always be in your home. Many successes in your life,” the statement added. reported.