In a highly competitive match held on matchday 20 of the first division, Boyacá Chicó faced Millonarios and succumbed to a 2-1 defeat at Estadio La Independencia. The scoring kicked off in the early stages of the game, with Leonardo Castro finding the back of the net only 2 minutes into the first half, executing a superb shot into the left post after an assist from Beckham Castro.
Boyacá Chicó responded shortly after, equalizing the match at the 18th minute with a powerful header from Jairo Molina. However, as the second half commenced, Millonarios showcased their dominance and reclaimed the lead with a goal from Beckham Castro at the 51st minute, sealing the game at 2-1.
A notable highlight of the match was Leonardo Castro’s early strike, which set the tone for the game. He not only scored but also managed to take three shots at goal during the match.
Boyacá Chicó had a crucial chance to equalize late in the game but missed a penalty in the 100th minute when Johan Bocanegra failed to convert.
Beckham Castro emerged as the standout player, marking his impact with a goal and providing assistance for the first score as well. His performance was integral to Millonarios’ success.
Flabio Torres, the coach of Boyacá Chicó, set his team in a 4-4-2 formation with Darío Denis in goal, supported by a defense line of José Ampudia, Andrés Aedo, Anyelo Saldaña, and Juan Quiceno. The midfield comprised Delio Ramírez, Kevin Cortés, Nicolás Valencia, and Estéfano Arango, while Jairo Molina and Vladimir Hernández led the attack.
On the other hand, Hernán Torres’s Millonarios utilized a 4-2-4 strategy, featuring Diego Novoa as goalkeeper, backed by a defense of Samuel Díaz, Alex Moreno, Jorge Arias, and Danovis Banguero. The midfield was marshaled by Stiven Vega and Dewar Victoria, while Beckham Castro, David Mackalister, Brayan Cuero, and Leonardo Castro spearheaded the offense.
Referee Álvaro Meléndez Panneflek oversaw the matchup at Estadio La Independencia. Currently, Boyacá Chicó is positioned 19th with 16 points, whereas Millonarios improved to 11th place with 26 points in the league standings.
Substitutions for Boyacá Chicó
64’ 2T – Kevin Cortés was substituted by Johan Bocanegra.
79’ 2T – Nicolás Valencia came off for Kevin Londoño, and Vladimir Hernández was replaced by Jacobo Pimentel.
86’ 2T – José Ampudia left the field for Robin Barrera.
Yellow Cards for Boyacá Chicó:
3’ 2T Jairo Molina (Verbal abuse to the referee), 5’ 2T Estéfano Arango (Unsporting behavior), and 34’ 2T Vladimir Hernández (Verbal abuse to the referee).
Red Card for Boyacá Chicó:
50’ 2T Kevin Londoño (Straight red).
Substitutions for Millonarios
45’ 2T – Dewar Victoria was substituted by Nicolás Árevalo.
61’ 2T – Beckham Castro came off for Sergio Mosquera.
72’ 2T – Leonardo Castro left the pitch for Sander Navarro.
89’ 2T – David Mackalister exited for Jorge Hurtado.
Yellow Cards for Millonarios:
22’ 1T Jorge Arias (Verbal abuse to the referee), 30’ 1T Leonardo Castro (Unsporting behavior), 34’ 1T Dewar Victoria (Unsporting behavior), 11’ 2T Alex Moreno (Unsporting behavior), 38’ 2T Brayan Cuero (Holding the opponent to prevent advancing), 53’ 2T Danovis Banguero (Unsporting behavior).
Red Cards for Millonarios:
13’ 2T Jorge Arias (Red for second yellow) and 49’ 2T Leonardo Castro (Straight red).