In a standout performance, Gleyfer Medina netted twice, helping Bucaramanga achieve a 3-1 triumph over Alianza FC during their encounter on Saturday at the Américo Montanini Stadium. Medina showcased his skill by scoring both goals through gameplay (34’ and 52’ in the second half) and was pivotal in the Búcaros’ celebration alongside Juan Mosquera, who opened the scoring in the very first minute of the match.
Alianza’s Carlos Lucumí initially leveled with a header at the 4-minute mark, but his effort fell short as Bucaramanga maintained control throughout the game. Medina electrified the home fans with his finish in the 34th minute of the second half, connecting with a pass from Kevin Londoño before placing a precise shot into the right corner of the net.
Medina stood out as the man of the match, marking his brilliance with two goals and two attempts on goal. Carlos Lucumí also made his mark, scoring one goal and attempting three shots on target for Alianza FC.
Bucaramanga’s head coach, Leonel Álvarez, employed a 4-5-1 strategy with Aldair Quintana in goal; the defensive line comprised Aldair Gutiérrez, Jefferson Mena, José García, and Carlos de las Salas; the midfield included Gustavo Charrupi, Aldair Zárate, Fabián Sambueza, Kevin Londoño, and Juan Mosquera; while Luciano Pons spearheaded the attack.
On the other hand, Hubert Bodhert’s Alianza FC took the field with a 4-3-3 formation, featuring Juan Chaverra between the posts; Kevin Moreno, Pedro Franco, Yilson Rosales, and Kalazán Suárez in defense; Jair Castillo, Rubén Manjarrés, and Wiston Fernández in midfield; and Edwin Torres, Jesús Muñoz, and Carlos Lucumí up front.
The match referee was Diego Ulloa Angulo.
Following this victory, Bucaramanga will next face América de Cali, while Alianza FC will host Millonarios in their upcoming match.
With this result, Bucaramanga now sits at 16 points, occupying fourth place in the standings, while Alianza FC remains in the tenth position with 12 points.
Substitutions for Bucaramanga
- 45’ 2T – Aldair Zárate out for Diego Chávez, Edwin Torres out for John García, and Jair Castillo out for Fabián Mosquera.
- 63’ 2T – Aldair Gutiérrez out for Neyder Moreno, Gustavo Charrupi out for Jhon Vásquez.
- 70’ 2T – Juan Mosquera out for Israel Alba.
- 79’ 2T – Carlos de las Salas out for Gleyfer Medina, Carlos Lucumí out for Leonardo Saldaña.
- 83’ 2T – Carlos de las Salas out for Gleyfer Medina, Carlos Lucumí out for Leonardo Saldaña.
Yellow Cards for Bucaramanga:
- 12’ 1T – Juan Mosquera (Holding the opponent to prevent advancement)
- 32’ 1T – Gustavo Charrupi (Unsporting behavior)
- 42’ 2T – Jhon Vásquez (Unsporting behavior)
- 43’ 2T – Jefferson Mena (Unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for Alianza FC
- 46’ 2T – Jair Castillo out for Fabián Mosquera, Aldair Zárate out for Diego Chávez.
- 51’ 2T – Jesús Muñoz out for Luis Pérez.
- 84’ 2T – Kalazán Suárez out for Sergio Aponzá.
Yellow Cards for Alianza FC:
- 15’ 1T – Wiston Fernández (Unsporting behavior)
- 21’ 1T – Jair Castillo (Unsporting behavior)
Red Card for Alianza FC:
- 47’ 1T – Wiston Fernández (Red for second yellow card)