In an exciting encounter on Saturday, Bucaramanga emerged victorious with a score of 2-1 against La Equidad in the 19th round of the first division. Luciano Pons was the star of the match, opening the scoring just 7 minutes into the game with a well-crafted goal. He later sealed the win for Bucaramanga with a powerful header in the 41st minute. Kevin Parra managed to equalize briefly for La Equidad with a goal at the 35-minute mark.
Pons’ exceptional performance earned him the title of man of the match, as he not only scored twice but also made 4 attempts on goal. Meanwhile, Parra’s efforts were commendable, as he found the net once and took 3 shots at the Bucaramanga goal.
Bucaramanga’s head coach, Leonel Álvarez, opted for a 4-5-1 formation, starting with Aldair Quintana in goal, supported by defenders Aldair Gutiérrez, Jefferson Mena, Jhon Vásquez, and Fredy Hinestroza. In midfield, Faber Gil Mosquera, Neyder Moreno, Fabián Sambueza, Gustavo Charrupi, and Carlos Henao operated, while Luciano Pons led the attack.
On the other side, La Equidad, managed by Daniel Gómez, also set up in a 4-5-1 formation, with Yimy Gómez as goalkeeper. The defensive line comprised Samir Mayo, Daniel Rodas, Carlos Vivas, and Yulián Gómez. Ronaldo Julio, Juan Santamaria, Franco González, Dannovi Quiñones, and Kevin Parra made up the midfield, with Juan Valencia at the front.
The referee for this match, held at Estadio Américo Montanini, was Alejandro Moncada Sánchez.
In the upcoming fixtures, Bucaramanga will face Pasto away from home, while La Equidad will host Pereira.
As the season nears its conclusion, Bucaramanga is now in third place, accumulating 37 points with 11 victories, inching closer to qualification. Conversely, La Equidad remains at the bottom of the table with only 11 points and 2 wins.
Substitutions for Bucaramanga
45’ 2T – Gustavo Charrupi was substituted for Aldair Zárate; Jhon Vásquez was replaced by Leonardo Flores.
59’ 2T – Faber Gil Mosquera made way for Kevin Londoño; Fredy Hinestroza was substituted by José García.
86’ 2T – Neyder Moreno was replaced by Gleyfer Medina.
Yellow Cards for Bucaramanga
8’ 2T – Fredy Hinestroza (Unsporting behavior); 28’ 2T – Carlos Henao (Unsporting behavior); 33’ 2T – Fabián Sambueza (Unsporting behavior); 37’ 2T – Luciano Pons (Unsporting behavior); 43’ 2T – Kevin Londoño (Time-wasting).
Substitutions for La Equidad
6’ 1T – Franco González was substituted for Carlos Paternina.
66’ 2T – Samir Mayo was replaced by Joider Micolta.
67’ 2T – Carlos Paternina was substituted for Manuel Mónaco.
82’ 2T – Dannovi Quiñones was replaced by José Masllorens; Juan Valencia was substituted for Jefferson Asprilla.
Yellow Cards for La Equidad
14’ 2T – Juan Santamaria (Unsporting behavior); 38’ 2T – Daniel Rodas (Unsporting behavior).