Millonarios managed to clinch a narrow 1-0 win over the Young Team from Antioquia in a match held at the El Campín Stadium as part of the sixth round of the Colombian league. The decisive moment came just 10 minutes into the second half when Radamel Falcao converted a penalty to seal the victory for the home side.
Falcao’s performance was exceptional, making him the standout player of the match with his crucial goal. In addition to Falcao’s efforts, the goalkeeper Diego Novoa played a vital role by saving three crucial shots, ensuring a clean sheet for Millonarios.
On the other hand, Jorge Rivaldo from Águilas Doradas had an impressive moment when he skillfully dribbled past defender Andrés Llinás, executing a nutmeg in the 37th minute of the first half.
Millonarios’ head coach, Fabián Bustos, opted for a 5-3-2 formation with Diego Novoa in goal; Carlos Sarabia, Sergio Mosquera, Jorge Arias, Sebastián Valencia, and Andrés Llinás forming the defense; Darwin Quintero, Rodrigo Ureña, and Mateo García in the midfield; and Leonardo Castro along with Rodrigo Contreras leading the attack.
In contrast, Águilas Doradas Rionegro, guided by Juan Niño, also deployed a 5-3-2 setup, featuring Iván Arboleda as the goalkeeper; Dylan Lozano, Diego Hernández, Hernán López, Javier Mena, and Andrés Álvarez in defense; Frank Lozano, Jean Pineda, and Bryan Urueña in midfield; while Jorge Obregón and Jorge Rivaldo were at the forefront of their attack.
The match was officiated by referee Luis Matorel Martínez.
Looking ahead, Millonarios will host Llaneros FC in their next fixture, while Águilas Doradas will take on Bucaramanga at home in an as-yet-unnamed stadium.
Following this encounter, Millonarios currently sits at the sixteenth position in the standings with 5 points, whereas Águilas Doradas claims the seventh spot with 8 points in their campaign.
Substitutions for Millonarios
45’ 2T – Darwin Quintero replaced by Radamel Falcao; Andrés Álvarez substituted for Fabián Charales.
64’ 2T – Leonardo Castro came off for Stiven Vega.
69’ 2T – Rodrigo Contreras substituted by Julian Ángulo and Andrés Llinás replaced by Danovis Banguero.
74’ 2T – Carlos Sarabia came off for Samuel Martín.
Yellow Cards for Millonarios:
30’ 1T – Rodrigo Ureña (Unsporting behavior); 41’ 2T – Sebastián Valencia (Holding an opponent to prevent advancing); 43’ 2T – Radamel Falcao (Unsporting behavior); 44’ 2T – Danovis Banguero (Unsporting behavior); 47’ 2T – Julian Ángulo (Unsporting behavior).
Substitutions for Águilas Doradas Rionegro
61’ 2T – Bryan Urueña substituted by Cristian Cañozales.
79’ 2T – Jean Pineda replaced by Juan Camilo Roa and Jorge Obregón came off for Carlos Londoño.
Yellow Cards for Águilas Doradas Rionegro:
31’ 1T – Andrés Álvarez (Holding an opponent to prevent advancing); 15’ 2T – Jean Pineda (Unsporting behavior); 20’ 2T – Frank Lozano (Unsporting behavior); 26’ 2T – Jorge Rivaldo (Unsporting behavior).