Millonarios delivered a convincing performance with a 3-0 win against At. Nacional in their home ground during matchday 12 of the Colombian league. The scoring opened early in the 14th minute when Rodrigo Contreras netted a header. Shortly after the half-time break, Mateo García doubled the lead with another header in the 60th minute. Leonardo Castro sealed the match with a brilliant strike in the 82nd minute, taking advantage of a pass from Darwin Quintero and firing it into the right corner from the edge of the box.
Unfortunately for At. Nacional, their striker Alfredo Morelos missed a crucial penalty opportunity in the 13th minute, which could have changed the game’s dynamics.
Rodrigo Contreras stood out as the man of the match, scoring one goal and registering an impressive seven shots on target.
Millonarios’ defense was notably helmed by Sebastián Valencia, who showcased exceptional skill throughout the match.
Coach Fabián Bustos deployed a 5-3-2 formation for Millonarios, featuring Diego Novoa in goal; a backline of Carlos Sarabia, Andrés Llinás, Sergio Mosquera, Jorge Arias, and Sebastián Valencia; with Mateo García, Rodrigo Ureña, and Sebastián del Castillo in midfield; and Contreras alongside Castro in attack.
In contrast, At. Nacional, managed by Diego Arias, opted for a 4-5-1 setup, with Harlen Castillo as the goalkeeper; a defense comprising Andrés Román, César Haydar, William Tesillo, and Milton Casco; Matheus Uribe, Jorman Campuzano, Nicolas Rodriguez, Juan Rengifo, and Andrés Sarmiento in midfield; and Alfredo Morelos leading the line.
Referee Jhon Ospina Londoño officiated the match held at Estadio El Campín.
Looking ahead, Millonarios will face Once Caldas in their next outing, while At. Nacional will host Jaguares.
This victory pushes Millonarios to 17 points, placing them in eighth position on the league table, whereas At. Nacional remains at the top with 24 points.
Substitutions for Millonarios
25’ 1T – Sergio Mosquera replaced by Edgar Elizalde
66’ 2T – Sebastian del Castillo replaced by Darwin Quintero
79’ 2T – Sebastián Valencia replaced by Danovis Banguero, Mateo García replaced by Stiven Vega, Carlos Sarabia replaced by Beckham Castro
Bookings for Millonarios:
7’ 1T Rodrigo Ureña (arguing with an opponent) and 52’ 1T Mateo García (simulation of foul)
Substitutions for At. Nacional
37’ 1T – Nicolas Rodriguez replaced by Simón García
45’ 2T – Andrés Sarmiento replaced by Dairon Asprilla
54’ 2T – Alfredo Morelos replaced by Juan Bauzá
65’ 2T – Juan Rengifo replaced by Elkin Rivero
Bookings 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), and 43’ 2T César Haydar (unsporting behavior)
Sent-off players for At. Nacional:
32’ 1T William Tesillo (red card for second yellow card) and 48’ 2T Jorman Campuzano (direct red card)