When he signed at the end of January with mouth, Augustin Marchesin He felt like he had achieved his lifelong dream. He repeated that word at least six times during the conversation with him Nation. It’s true, just: ever since I was little I wanted to defend Zenize’s goal. And this is what happens.
But just as he had a very auspicious start, with great saves, he then went through critical phases in which he seemed to have been overcome by an adverse sporting context. That elimination against Alianza Lima, where he left before the penalty shootout so that Leandro Bray could enter, caused a stir that shook his confidence, and the defeat against River in the Monumental led to… Questions.
But this man was born before that 37 years old In San Caetano, a town in Buenos Aires with a population of just over 7,000, if there’s one thing in abundance it’s moderation. In recent weeks, the team qualified to compete in the 2026 Libertadores Cup, and Marchesin saved a penalty kick against Talleres in the important final tournament qualifiers to qualify for the quarter-finals. While your Intolerance for Buka It can lead to Unnecessary statementsHe is confident in his circumstances. One that led him to build a strong career in the top flight that has now lasted 17 years.
About that roller coaster that was his in 2025, Boca, and much more, Marchesin spoke with NationAt noon when the sun gave no rest to the dear property.
– What balance do you strike between your year and Boca’s year?
-I think it’s very good, apart from Alianza Lima. I have the commitment and the luck to be at Boca, which is a big dream of mine. I have a commitment to always perform, and then the hope of achieving a goal for all of us, which is a championship. I hope it happens this year.
-How is Pukka?
-The team performs very well, with great enthusiasm, and works every day to continue to grow and continue to improve. I hope we do it in the best way.
-How are you?
-I’m happy. When a player is confident, it shows. I started well, but after the injury it was difficult for me to get back into the rhythm. Now I’m fine, I feel good. There is positive energy. We are in a beautiful moment for the team.
– Are you satisfied with your first year at Boca?
-It could be. The truth is I didn’t think about it, but I enjoy it every day. I’m working to get better, to keep growing. It’s not my first year in football. I started doing this 17 years ago. I accepted the criticism, which in Argentina is more destructive than constructive, but I tried to absorb it and learn from it. I focused on my dream of being in Boca. Obviously things don’t always work out for the best at work, but what depends on you is that you show up every day to try to improve, and do your best to live up to my career and the organization. It’s a very big dream to be here, and a big challenge as well. I think this is the most important in my career. So I hope things continue as they are now.
– What happened in that time change against Alianza Lima that caused all this noise?
– Professional, respects and accepts the coach’s decisions. And then, regarding what is said, it is not my responsibility to come out and speak or clarify rumours, or things that are not true. I simply accepted the decision. I think I had two very good performances against Alianza Lima. After that, there is no choice but to work in silence.
– Before the Super Clásico in April (1-2), you said that your most important match at the Monumental Stadium was the 1-0 win over Lanus in 2011 that contributed to River’s subsequent relegation. Do you think some of the statements I made were against you?
– There may have been statements made by a fan, which, if things did not go in the best way, could be harmful. But that’s what you do with your heart, and you always try to do it that way. My career has never been about wanting to make statements to look good. I’ve always been honest, I’ve always been forward, and that’s what sets me apart.
-Was the final touch to this good moment the victory in the Super Clásico in the Bombonera on November 9 (2-0)?
-For every player, winning a classic match gives confidence. Last time it happened to River, and now to us. On a personal level, it was a dream to wear this shirt, and even more so, to win the Super Clásico. I’ve lived like this. Everyone knows I’m a fan of the club.
– What does the support of your colleagues generate for you?
-This makes sense to me. I’m happy. I’ve been lucky enough to be a champion in different clubs, so I work every day to achieve that with this shirt as well. I am living the dream of working for a club that I have been a fan of since I was young. This is lived in a special way, with great enthusiasm.
-During the Super Clásico in La Boca Exequiel Zeballos scored 1-0 and Leandro Paredes ran to hug you. Why you?
-Having any partner come and hug me is very nice. And more from Leandro, with his career. We all admire him. A player who came to give a lot of freshness. He’s a great mate, you see him every day. In that match, there was a playing situation in which we were able to advance the opponent and create space to reach the goal. Maybe Leandro saw all that and that’s why he came to hug me.
-What did Paredes add to this group?
-It’s a crack. Everything we did very well in this tournament is thanks to his arrival. Its hierarchy makes the game better, and it forces the exit to be more tidy as well. Lin’s arrival gave him an essential addition to the team. And also (Edinson) Cavani and Ander (Herrera). They are very experienced players and we try to rely on them. Having a stalled ball handler like Leandro is also a plus. It’s an advantage we have, because we also have good headers.
-Did Paredes change the way you play?
-naturally. A player like Leandro forces us to give more. After one turns 37, one learns day by day and tries to grow and improve. And the directing is the thing I had to improve. His arrival forces us to play better, he demands because he comes for the ball, he demands everything. And you have to play a little more with your feet.
– What generates this confidence in you that you achieve despite not defeating obstacles?
– When a striker scores goals, it gives him confidence. In my case, finishing the match with a clean sheet and performing well makes me face the next match in the best way. Maybe more flexible, more relaxed. But being in Boca’s goal is difficult. Achieving this is the result of the demand to give your best every day, to be healthy. Finishing with the arc at zero is very good. And much more in this team that includes great players.
– Who saved the penalty kick on Sunday? Are you or Bombonera?
-(Laughs) These years I’ve been watching videos of what fans do, and it’s crazy. I always say that the people of Boca are impressive, unlike anything in the world, and we are lucky to be at this club. You have to defend it to the death. This opportunity we have is like no other. Not everyone enjoys it in their career and I hope we continue to enjoy it for a long time. Regarding the penalty kick on Sunday, each opponent and the player’s career are always studied. Fortunately, it worked out well.
-There are only three matches left to win the title. How do you manage anxiety?
– We work every day to give joy to people who deserve it most. To give joy to the technical staff, leaders and teammates themselves. Behind this team there is an amazing group of work, so I hope that we will continue on the path to victory and achieve what we want so badly.
– Where do you have the Fernando Navarro Montoya shirt that you used when you were a kid?
– (smiles) Well preserved! I have great admiration for him, and great respect. It gives me great pleasure every time I hear him say good things about me. It fills me with pride because he is someone I admire so much and is without a doubt an authority.
This Friday will mark Boca’s 25th anniversary as Intercontinental Champion. Where did you watch the match against Real Madrid?
-(Laughs) Maybe I was coming home from bowling with my friends.