The match was decided early, with Leider Berdugo scoring the lone goal in the 4th minute after receiving a clever assist from Eduar Arízalas. Berdugo’s shot found the back of the net, putting Cúcuta ahead.
Despite Cúcuta’s goal, Boyacá Chicó dominated in terms of attempts, registering 18 shots with 10 hitting the target. However, they were unable to convert their chances. A golden opportunity to equalize was missed by Jairo Molina, who failed to score from the penalty spot in the 86th minute.
Berdugo’s performance was outstanding, as he not only scored but also took three shots during the match. The defensive efforts of Brayan Córdoba were equally impressive, managing to clear nine dangerous balls.
Cúcuta’s head coach, Richard Páez, opted for a 4-4-2 formation with Federico Abadía in goal; Yair Abonia, Diego Calcaterra, Brayan Córdoba, and Brayan Montaño in defense; Leider Berdugo, Kevin Londoño, Santiago Orozco, and Eduar Arízalas in midfield; and Luifer Hernández and Jaime Peralta leading the attack.
On the other hand, Boyacá Chicó, led by Jhon Gomez, lined up in a 4-5-1 formation, with Darío Denis guarding the net; Anyelo Saldaña, Juan Palma, Arlen Banguero, and Juan Quiceno in defense; Andrés Aedo, Juan Díaz, Ítalo Montaño Cortés, Yesus Cabrera, and Delio Ramírez in midfield; and Jairo Molina as the lone striker.
Match referee Jairo Mayorga Londoño was in charge of officiating duties.
Looking ahead to the next fixtures, Cúcuta will visit At. Nacional, while Boyacá Chicó will face Independiente Medellín away from home.
Following this match, Cúcuta sits in sixteenth place in the standings with 11 points, while Boyacá Chicó occupies the nineteenth position with 8 points.
Substitutions for Cúcuta
23’ 1T – Eduar Arízalas was replaced by Omar Albornoz
51’ 2T – Luifer Hernández was substituted for Jhon Quiñónes
89’ 2T – Brayan Montaño left the field for Mauricio Duarte, and Leider Berdugo was replaced by Frank Castañeda
Yellow Cards for Cúcuta:
11’ 1T Kevin Londoño (Unsporting behavior), 28’ 1T Yair Abonia (Unsporting behavior), 51’ 1T Jaime Peralta (Dissent towards a rival), and 15’ 2T Federico Abadía (Delaying the game).
Red Cards for Cúcuta:
33’ 1T Yair Abonia (Second yellow), 38’ 2T Jaime Peralta (Second yellow).
Substitutions for Boyacá Chicó
45’ 2T – Andrés Aedo was substituted for Julián Castillo, and Santiago Orozco was replaced by Juan Ceballos
71’ 2T – Ítalo Montaño Cortés left for Jaime Díaz
90’ 2T – Arlen Banguero was substituted for Nicolás Valencia
Yellow Cards for Boyacá Chicó:
37’ 1T Juan Palma (Unsporting behavior), 51’ 1T Darío Denis (Dissent towards a rival), 22’ 2T Anyelo Saldaña (Holding an opponent to prevent advancement), and 48’ 2T Delio Ramírez (Unsporting behavior).