The Diablos Rojos triumphed over the Cardenal at home, taking all three points in the sixth round of the Colombian league. Jorge Daniel Valencia scored the lone goal of the match in the 75th minute.
Valencia received a precise assist from Omar Bertel before striking the ball past the opposing goalkeeper, clinching a crucial goal for his team.
Valencia’s performance earned him the title of the standout player of the match. With one goal and four shots on target, the América de Cali forward showcased his attacking prowess.
Jhon Palacios also contributed significantly, taking three shots during the match.
Head coach David González employed a 4-5-1 tactical formation for América, featuring Jean Fernandes in goal; Mateo Castillo, Marlon Torres, Andrés Mosquera, and Omar Bertel forming the defensive line; Rafael Carrascal, José Cavadía, Dylan Borrero, Yeison Guzmán, and Jhon Palacios in midfield; and Jan Lucumi as the sole striker.
Meanwhile, Pablo Repetto’s side operated under a 4-3-3 setup with Andrés Mosquera in goal; Helibelton Palacios, Emanuel Olivera, Víctor Moreno, and Christian Mafla in defense; Yilmar Velásquez, Daniel Torres, and Ewil Murillo in midfield; and Luis Palacios, Hugo Rodallega, and Omar Fernández leading the attack.
Referee Carlos Márquez Ortega oversaw the action at Estadio Olímpico Pascual Guerrero.
Next, the Diablos Rojos will face off against Junior away, while Santa Fe will look to bounce back at home against Atlético Nacional.
With this result, América de Cali moves to fourth place in the standings with 10 points, while Santa Fe, with 7 points, finds themselves in twelfth place.
Substitutions for América de Cali
45’ 2T – Dylan Borrero exits for Jorge Daniel Valencia
88’ 2T – Jan Lucumi replaced by Joel Romero
93’ 2T – Yeison Guzmán substituted for Kevin Angulo
Cautions for América de Cali:
44’ 1T Yeison Guzmán (Verbally disputing with an opponent)
1’ 2T Jan Lucumi (Unsportsmanlike conduct)
7’ 2T Marlon Torres (Holding an opponent to impede progress)
41’ 2T Rafael Carrascal and 49’ 2T José Cavadía (Unsportsmanlike conduct)
Substitutions for Santa Fe
64’ 2T – Yilmar Velásquez off for Edwin Mosquera, Omar Fernández off for Franco Fagúndez
69’ 2T – Franco Fagúndez substituted for Nahuel Bustos
78’ 2T – Ewil Murillo off for Jhojan Torres, Luis Palacios for Yeicar Perlaza, and Jhon Palacios for Darwin Machís
Cautions for Santa Fe:
44’ 1T Víctor Moreno (Verbally disputing with an opponent)
18’ 2T Ewil Murillo (Unsportsmanlike conduct)
35’ 2T Emanuel Olivera (Unsportsmanlike conduct)