Marcelo Estigarribia still recovering

Marcelo Estigarribia is still recovering from an ankle injury and has not been able to play with Unión. The forward was left out of the friendly against Rosario Central, where his team won 3-2. This is the second friendly that Estigarribia has missed, as he also missed the first one against Ben Hur.

Why it matters for Rosario Central?

Estigarribia's injury has opened the door for other players to gain prominence in the attack of Unión. In the friendly against Rosario Central, the young Misael Aguirre stood out with a goal and confirmed that he is in great form.

What comes next?

Unión has not ruled out signing another forward before the transfer window closes. The search for a new player is related to the possibility that another forward in the current squad could leave. Additionally, Estigarribia's injury is affected by the legal dispute that Unión has with Atlético Tucumán, which claims a debt related to Estigarribia's transfer.

Currently, Unión is in 11th place in the Copa de la Liga Profesional with 15 points, 4 wins, 3 draws, and 7 losses in 14 games. Their last result was a 0-1 loss to Estudiantes L.P. at the Gigante de Arroyito on November 23, 2025. In their last 5 games, Unión has recorded 0 wins, 1 draw, and 4 losses (LLLLD, with the last game first).

Estigarribia's injury has been a concern for Unión's coaching staff. The team prioritizes the complete recovery of the forward before the official competition begins. Meanwhile, the rest of the team continues to work on their physical condition, and Misael Aguirre continues to stand out in the attack.