In a compelling display, Pasto defeated Boyacá Chicó 2-0 during match day 12 of the Colombian league. The breakthrough came from Andrey Estupiñán, who converted a penalty in the 34th minute, breaking the deadlock. Jonathan Perlaza added a second goal in the 76th minute, sealing the victory for the home team.
Before the scoring opened, Santiago Córdoba nearly gave Pasto the lead in the 21st minute, but his shot hit the post, leaving the game scoreless at that point.
Wilson Morelo shined for Pasto, making a significant impact with three shots on goal throughout the match. Meanwhile, Perlaza not only scored but also showcased his skills in the midfield.
Pasto’s coach, Marc Reixats, implemented a 4-5-1 tactical setup, featuring Iago Herrerín in the goal, with a defensive line comprising Juan Mateo Garavito, Fáiner Torijano, Nicolás Gil, and Edwin Velasco. Yeiler Góez, Enrique Serje, Matías Pisano, Diego Chávez, and Andrey Estupiñán made up the midfield, while Santiago Córdoba led the attack.
Boyacá Chicó, managed by Jhon Gomez, adopted a more defensive 5-4-1 formation, with Darío Denis in goal and a backline of Diego Ruiz, Anyelo Saldaña, Juan Palma, Faiber Arroyo, and Juan Quiceno. The midfield included Delio Ramírez, Juan Díaz, Sebastián Salazar, and Yesus Cabrera, with Jairo Molina up front.
The match was officiated by Edwin Trujillo Castro, who kept a tight control on the game’s proceedings.
Following this win, Pasto will next face Fortaleza FC away, while Boyacá Chicó will visit Independiente Medellín. With this result, Pasto climbs to second place in the standings with 24 points, putting Boyacá Chicó at the bottom in the 18th position with just 7 points.
Substitutions for Pasto
62’ 2T – Diego Chávez was replaced by Wilson Morelo and Matías Pisano by Mayer Gil.
75’ 2T – Santiago Córdoba was substituted for Jonathan Perlaza.
84’ 2T – Andrey Estupiñán came off for Yeison Tolosa, with Enrique Serje replaced by Harrinson Mancilla.
Yellow Cards for Pasto:
18’ 1T Andrey Estupiñán (Unsporting behavior) and 33’ 2T Edwin Velasco (Unsporting behavior).
Substitutions for Boyacá Chicó
59’ 2T – Yesus Cabrera was replaced by Julián Castillo.
Yellow Cards for Boyacá Chicó:
23’ 1T Diego Ruiz (Unsporting behavior) and 39’ 2T Jairo Molina (Insulting or disapproving the referee).
Red Cards for Boyacá Chicó:
32’ 1T Faiber Arroyo (Direct red) and 9’ 2T Diego Ruiz (Direct red).