In a closely contested match held at Estadio Américo Montanini, Bucaramanga and Once Caldas finished their game in a stalemate of 1-1 on Wednesday.
The visiting team took the lead when Felix Charrupí found the back of the net in the 27th minute of the first half. However, the home side responded effectively, leveling the score just before halftime with Felipe Gomez’s goal in the 41st minute.
Felipe Gomez was undoubtedly the standout performer of the match, showcasing exceptional skill as he not only scored once but also attempted four shots on target.
Felix Charrupí also delivered an impressive performance, contributing a goal for Bucaramanga.
Bucaramanga’s coach, Leonel Álvarez, deployed a 4-5-1 formation featuring Luis Vásquez as goalkeeper. The defensive line included Israel Alba, Jefferson Mena, José García, and Carlos de las Salas. The midfield was composed of Leonardo Flores, Felix Charrupí, Kevin Londoño, Fabián Sambueza, and Emerson Batalla, while Luciano Pons led the attack.
On the other hand, Once Caldas, managed by Hernán Herrera, set up in a 4-3-3 formation with Felipe Parra guarding the net. The defense was comprised of Juan David Cuesta, Juan Castaño, Jorge Cardona, and Kevin Tamayo. The midfield trio included Robert Mejía, Jader Quiñónes, and Luis Sánchez, with Jefry Zapata, Dayro Moreno, and Felipe Gomez in the forward positions.
The match was officiated by Carlos Betancur Gutiérrez.
Looking ahead, Bucaramanga will face Águilas Doradas Rionegro in their next fixture, while Once Caldas is set to host Millonarios.
This result leaves the home side with 19 points, placing them in fifth position in the standings. Meanwhile, Once Caldas now has 23 points and occupies third place.
Substitutions for Bucaramanga
45’ 2T – Emerson Batalla off for Jhon Fredy Salazar
67’ 2T – Kevin Londoño off for Juan Mosquera and Leonardo Flores off for Aldair Zárate
91’ 2T – Felix Charrupí off for Brandon Caicedo and Jader Quiñónes off for Andrés Roa
Yellow Cards for Bucaramanga:
4’ 2T Kevin Londoño (Unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for Once Caldas
74’ 2T – Players substituted
85’ 2T – Luis Sánchez off for Jaime Alvarado
86’ 2T – Dayro Moreno off for Déinner Quiñónes
Yellow Cards for Once Caldas:
21’ 2T Jefry Zapata (Unsporting behavior) and 52’ 2T Andrés Roa (Unsporting behavior)