The Azules showed impressive form at El Campín, achieving a comfortable victory against the Verdolagas. Rodrigo Contreras opened the scoring with a header just 14 minutes into the match. Early in the second half, Mateo García increased the lead with another header at the 60th minute, and shortly after, Leonardo Castro sealed the match with a stunning long-range strike in the 77th minute.
A remarkable play by the Azules led to Castro’s goal, who struck from the edge of the penalty area to beat the goalkeeper on the right side of the net. Earlier, At. Nacional’s Alfredo Morelos had the chance to score first but missed a penalty kick in the 13th minute, which proved to be a turning point in the game.
Rodrigo Contreras was named the best player of the match, scoring one goal and creating multiple opportunities with 7 shots on goal. Also, Sebastián Valencia excelled with his defensive performance, providing stability at the back line for Millonarios.
Millonarios’ coach, Fabián Bustos, employed a 5-3-2 formation featuring Diego Novoa in goal and a solid defense composed of Carlos Sarabia, Andrés Llinás, Sergio Mosquera, Jorge Arias, and Sebastián Valencia. In midfield, Mateo García, Rodrigo Ureña, and Sebastian del Castillo worked tirelessly, while Contreras and Castro led the attacking front.
In contrast, At. Nacional, managed by Diego Arias, opted for a 4-5-1 setup with goalkeeper Harlen Castillo. The back line included Andrés Román, César Haydar, William Tesillo, and Milton Casco, while Matheus Uribe, Jorman Campuzano, Nicolas Rodriguez, Juan Rengifo, and Andrés Sarmiento filled the midfield, with Alfredo Morelos as the lone striker.
The match referee, Jhon Ospina Londoño, oversaw the proceedings at Campín. Millonarios will face Once Caldas in their next match, while At. Nacional will host Jaguares.
With this result, Millonarios climbed to 17 points, positioning themselves in eighth place, while At. Nacional remains at the top of the standings with 24 points.
Substitutions for Millonarios
25’ 1T – Sergio Mosquera was replaced by Edgar Elizalde
66’ 2T – Sebastian del Castillo was substituted by Darwin Quintero
79’ 2T – Sebastián Valencia was replaced by Danovis Banguero, Mateo García by Stiven Vega, and Carlos Sarabia by Beckham Castro
Yellow Card Recipients for Millonarios:
7’ 1T Rodrigo Ureña (arguing with an opponent)
52’ 1T Mateo García (simulation)
Substitutions for At. Nacional
37’ 1T – Nicolas Rodriguez was replaced by Simón García
45’ 2T – Andrés Sarmiento was substituted by Dairon Asprilla
54’ 2T – Alfredo Morelos was replaced by Juan Bauzá
65’ 2T – Juan Rengifo was replaced by Elkin Rivero
Yellow Card Recipients for At. Nacional:
10’ 1T William Tesillo (arguing with an opponent),
10’ 1T Andrés Román (arguing with an opponent),
45’ 1T Juan Rengifo (holding an opponent),
45’ 1T Milton Casco (unsporting behavior),
43’ 2T César Haydar (unsporting behavior)
Red Cards for At. Nacional:
32’ 1T William Tesillo (second yellow card),
3’ 2T Jorman Campuzano (straight red card)