In an exhilarating clash during the sixth round of Group A, América de Cali triumphed over At. Nacional with a score of 3-2. The match took place at the Estadio Olímpico Pascual Guerrero, showcasing a remarkable double by Dylan Borrero, who scored at the 21st minute of the first half and the 12th minute of the second half. The home team further benefited from an own goal by Andrés Román at the 18th minute of the first half.
On the visitors’ side, At. Nacional’s Alfredo Morelos found the net in the first half at the 30th minute, while Dairon Asprilla scored at the 23rd minute of the second half to bring his team closer to an equalizer.
Alfredo Morelos nearly leveled the match for At. Nacional when his shot hit the post in the 52nd minute, a missed opportunity that could have changed the course of the game.
Dylan Borrero’s impressive performance not only secured the win for América but also earned him the title of Man of the Match, after registering two goals and attempting two additional shots on target. Another notable player for América was Jhon Palacios, who tested the opposition’s goalkeeper with six attempts on goal.
Under the guidance of manager David González, América deployed a 4-3-3 formation, with Jorge Soto in goal and a defensive lineup of Mateo Castillo, Jean Pestaña, Nicolás Hernández, and Omar Bertel. The midfield consisted of Josen Escobar, Rafael Carrascal, and Jan Lucumi, with an attacking trio of Dylan Borrero, Jhon Palacios, and Kevin Angulo.
Conversely, At. Nacional, managed by Diego Arias, set up a 4-5-1 formation featuring David Ospina as the goalkeeper. The defense included Andrés Román, Simón García, Camilo Cándido, and William Tesillo, with Elkin Rivero, Jorman Campuzano, Marino Hinestroza, Juan Rengifo, and Marlos Moreno occupying midfield positions, while Alfredo Morelos led the attack.
The match was officiated by referee Andrés Rojas Noguera.
América de Cali Substitutions
45’ 2T – Omar Bertel off for Brayan Correa, Elkin Rivero off for Edwin Cardona
65’ 2T – Dylan Borrero off for Joel Romero
75’ 2T – Jan Lucumi off for José Cavadía
84’ 2T – Mateo Castillo off for Andrés Mosquera, Kevin Angulo off for Andrés Roa
Yellow Cards for América de Cali:
3’ 1T – Jan Lucumi (holding an opponent to prevent advancement), 23’ 1T – Josen Escobar (holding an opponent to prevent advancement), 35’ 1T – Dylan Borrero (simulating a foul), 18’ 2T – Nicolás Hernández (unsportsmanlike conduct), 34’ 2T – Rafael Carrascal (insulting or disapproving of the referee)
At. Nacional Substitutions
60’ 2T – Marlos Moreno off for Juan Bauzá
66’ 2T – Camilo Cándido off for Andrés Salazar, Marino Hinestroza off for Dairon Asprilla
Yellow Cards for At. Nacional:
37’ 1T – Camilo Cándido (unsportsmanlike conduct), 49’ 2T – Juan Bauzá (unsportsmanlike conduct)