Larcamón Gambles with U21 Squad for Cruz Azul vs. Atlético Nacional Showdown
Only hours remain before Cruz Azul meets Atlético Nacional in a friendly in San José, California. Kickoff at PayPal Park is set for 21:30 local time.
Filmogaz.com will offer minute-by-minute coverage via Vamos Azul. OneTIX Live will stream the match online. There is no confirmed traditional television broadcaster yet.
Squad composition and surprises
Coach Nicolás Larcamón named a roster that leans heavily on young talent. Nearly half of the selected players are under-21, a bold move that shifts the team balance.
Larcamón gambles by handing chances to an U21 squad ahead of the Cruz Azul vs. Atlético Nacional showdown. The selection aims to test depth ahead of competitive fixtures.
Notable absences
- Erik Lira
- Charly Rodríguez
- Rodolfo Rotondi
- Jesús Orozco
- Willer Ditta
- Toro Fernández
- Christian Ebere
- Omar Campos
The lineup was affected by international call-ups and injuries. Christian Ebere remained in Mexico after being unable to enter the United States. His status for upcoming Concacaf Champions League matches is now uncertain.
Official Cruz Azul roster for the friendly
- Andrés Gudiño
- Nicolás Ibáñez
- Agustín Palavecino
- Andrés Montaño
- Jeremy Márquez
- Amaury García
- Luka Romero
- José Paradela
- Jorge Rodarte
- Kevin Mier
- Emmanuel Ochoa
- Gonzalo Piovi
- Cristian Giménez
- Diego Ramírez
- Christian León
- Karol Velázquez
- Amaury Morales
- Iván Silva
- Rogelio González
- Josué Díaz
- Mateo Levy
What to expect
The friendly will serve as a proving ground for younger players. Cruz Azul will use the game to evaluate options and build match fitness.
Atlético Nacional arrives as Colombia’s current league leader. The encounter promises intensity despite its friendly label.
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