In a match valid for the first round, Pereira struggled to score and succumbed to Llaneros FC, who claimed a 2-0 victory in the Armenia stadium on Friday evening. The midfielder Daniel Mantilla paved the way for Llaneros FC’s success with a well-placed shot in the 55th minute. Later, Jhon Vásquez sealed the win by converting a penalty in the 66th minute.
The standout performer of the match was Jimmy Medranda, whose defensive efforts proved crucial for Llaneros FC. Meanwhile, Daniel Mantilla not only contributed a goal but also displayed an impressive overall performance.
Pereira’s coach, Arturo Reyes, set up his team in a 4-5-1 formation with Jorge Martínez as the goalkeeper; Walmer Pacheco, Julián Bazán, Santiago Aguilar, and Eber Moreno forming the defense; the midfield comprised Jorge Bermúdez, Gustavo Torres, Jordy Monroy, Ederson Moreno, and Sebastián Acosta; Marco Pérez led the attack.
On the other side, Llaneros FC, under coach José Luis García, adopted a similar 4-5-1 strategy featuring Roameth Romaña in goal; Léider Riascos, Dennys Quintero, Francisco Meza, and Jimmy Medranda in defense; a midfield of Kelvin Osorio, Eyder Restrepo, Daniel Mantilla, Brian Benítez, and Jhon Vásquez; with Carlos Cortés as the forward.
The referee for the match, Ricardo Pabón Reales, oversaw the proceedings at the Armenia stadium.
Next up for Pereira is a home match against Fortaleza FC, while Llaneros FC will host Bucaramanga. Following this game, Pereira sits at the bottom of the standings without any points, while Llaneros FC climbs to the top with 3 points.
Substitutions for Pereira
70’ – Ederson Moreno was replaced by Jared Rodríguez and Marco Pérez by Andrés Calderón.
82’ – Sebastián Acosta came off for Luis Moreno.
88’ – Walmer Pacheco was substituted for Santiago Alzate.
Yellow cards for Pereira:
39’ – Walmer Pacheco (Disputing with an opponent)
51’ – Gustavo Torres (Direct red card)
6’ – Marco Pérez (Unsporting behavior)
30’ – Jorge Bermúdez (Holding an opponent to prevent advancement)
Substitutions for Llaneros FC
45’ – Brian Benítez was replaced by Juan José Ramírez.
72’ – Jhon Vásquez off for Kevin Caicedo.
79’ – Eyder Restrepo came off for Edwin Laszo.
80’ – Carlos Cortés replaced by Jhonier Blanco.
81’ – Jimmy Medranda was substituted for Julian Beltran.
Yellow cards for Llaneros FC:
39’ – Jhon Vásquez (Disputing with an opponent)
13’ – Carlos Cortés (Unsporting behavior)