Patronato prepares to host San Martín de San Juan

Patronato is set to host San Martín de San Juan this Sunday at Estadio Grella for Matchday 31 of the Primera Nacional. With only five matches remaining in the regular stage, Patronato faces significant pressure to secure points to avoid the direct relegation zone.

Coach Marcelo Fuentes is considering lineup adjustments ahead of the match. While much of the squad that played against Nueva Chicago may remain, there is uncertainty regarding the central defense. Santiago Piccioni may return to the starting eleven following a suspension, potentially displacing Fernando Evangelista.

Additionally, striker Franco Soldano is expected to return to the squad after recovering from a muscle injury. He will likely compete for a starting position alongside Joaquín Barolín and Renzo Reynaga.

San Martín de San Juan arrives in Paraná seeking to maintain its position in the promotion playoffs. The team is currently managing internal challenges related to sports betting conflicts, which have impacted their roster through various absences and suspensions.