In a gripping encounter at the Estadio Metropolitano de Techo, Internacional de Bogotá and Tolima concluded their match for the fourth round of the Colombian league with a score of 0-0.
Key moments in the match included a near miss from Fabricio Sanguinetti, who struck the post in the 68th minute, nearly breaking the deadlock.
Internacional de Bogotá had the advantage in attacking opportunities, managing a total of 15 shots, with 8 on target, 1 hitting the woodwork, and 6 off target. Despite their offensive pressure, they could not secure a goal.
The standout performer of the match was Luis Marquínez, the goalkeeper for Tolima, who made an impressive 7 saves to keep the game level.
Wuilker Faríñez also showcased his goalkeeping skills for Internacional de Bogotá, stopping 2 shots on his goal.
Internacional de Bogotá’s coach, Ricardo Valiño, opted for a bold 3-3-4 formation featuring Wuilker Faríñez in goal, supported by defenders Carlos Vivas, Agustín Irazoque, and Yulián Gómez. The midfield comprised Larry Vásquez, Facundo Boné, and Dannovi Quiñones, while the attacking front included Ronaldo Julio, Dereck Moncada, Fabricio Sanguinetti, and Kevin Parra.
Tolima, led by Lucas González, employed a 4-5-1 setup with Luis Marquínez in goal, backed by defenders Cristian Arrieta, Jan Ángulo, Anderson Angulo, and Junior Hernández. Their midfield was made up of Juan Pablo Nieto, Cristian Trujillo, Jersson González, Juan Pablo Torres, and Edwar López, with Adrián Parra as the lone forward.
Referee Sebastián Toro Gomez officiated the match.
Internacional de Bogotá’s next match will see them face Independiente Medellín as the away team, while Tolima will host Llaneros FC.
Following this result, the home side, Internacional de Bogotá, accumulates 7 points, placing them in fifth position. Meanwhile, Tolima remains in third, with a total of 8 points in the league.
Substitutions for Internacional de Bogotá
60’ 2T – Dereck Moncada out for Johan Caballero and Kevin Parra out for Juan Valencia.
72’ 2T – Fabricio Sanguinetti out for Bayron Caicedo.
73’ 2T – Ronaldo Julio out for Joan Castro.
Yellow Cards for Internacional de Bogotá:
7’ 1T – Agustín Irazoque (Holding the opponent to prevent him from advancing), 35’ 1T – Carlos Vivas (Unsportsmanlike conduct), and 46’ 1T – Facundo Boné (Unsportsmanlike conduct).
Substitutions for Tolima
45’ 2T – Adrián Parra out for Shean Barbosa.
58’ 2T – Jersson González out for Kelvin Flórez and Juan Pablo Nieto out for Sebastián Guzmán.
81’ 2T – Juan Pablo Torres out for Ever Valencia.
Yellow Card for Tolima:
21’ 2T – Edwar López (Unsportsmanlike conduct).
Red Card for Tolima:
2’ 1T – Junior Hernández (Direct red).