Lokomotíva Zvolen vs Slovan 2 Bratislava on 22 April
The new champion of the Torneo Apertura will be crowned this Sunday. However, the match has already been marked by a major absence. Juan Fernando Quintero will not be able to take part in the decisive game. The attacking midfielder has not recovered from the injury he sustained during the semifinal match against Talleres. As a result, he will miss the final.
Racing Club and River Plate are set to face each other with the goal of lifting the trophy. Still, the absence of the Colombian player weighs heavily on the match. Although he is not a Racing player, Quintero is a key figure in Argentine football. His creativity and leadership on the field are difficult to replace.
River Plate, the opponent in this final, also feels his absence. Quintero had a brilliant spell with the club, including his crucial role in the 2018 Copa Libertadores triumph. Fans from both sides acknowledge his talent, even if he now plays for a different team.
The final will determine the Apertura champion. The playoffs will decide the winner, as the total points system does not apply in this instance. Meanwhile, Quintero begins his recovery, hoping to return for the Clausura tournament.
