In a thrilling showdown for the 14th round of the Colombian league, Deportivo Cali claimed a crucial 1-0 victory against Pereira at Palmaseca. The decisive moment came when Avilés Hurtado converted a penalty in the 38th minute of the first half, sealing the fate of the match.
Pereira had a chance to level the score when Jhon Largacha was awarded a penalty in the 65th minute of the second half, but he failed to convert, missing a golden opportunity.
The standout performer of the match was undoubtedly Avilés Hurtado. The midfielder not only scored the winning goal but also made two attempts on target, contributing significantly to his team’s success. Another key player for Deportivo Cali was goalkeeper Alejandro Rodríguez, who demonstrated remarkable skill by saving two shots from Pereira.
Coach Rafael Dudamel opted for a 4-5-1 formation with Alejandro Rodríguez in goal; Fabián Viáfara, Felipe Aguilar, Fernando Álvarez, and Andrés Correa forming the defense; Matías Orozco, Gustavo Cuéllar, Emanuel Reynoso, Avilés Hurtado, and Juan Montoya in the midfield; and Steven Rodríguez leading the attack.
Pereira, managed by Arturo Reyes, set up a 5-4-1 strategy featuring Jorge Martínez as the goalkeeper; Jordy Monroy, Eber Moreno, Sebastián Urrea, Richard Rentería, and Fabio Delgado in defense; with Walmer Pacheco, Jorge Bermúdez, Nicolás Rengifo, and Yuber Quiñones controlling the midfield; and Miguel Aguirre at the front.
The match was officiated by referee Luis Matorel Martínez.
Looking ahead, Deportivo Cali will host Llaneros FC in their next outing, while Pereira will welcome Alianza FC to their stadium. Currently, the Verdiblanco sits in 10th place with 19 points, whereas the Furia Matecaña remains at the bottom of the table with just 6 points.
Substitutions for Deportivo Cali
45’ 2T – Gustavo Cuéllar off for Ronaldo Pájaro; Miguel Aguirre off for Jhon Largacha.
56’ 2T – Juan Montoya off for Johan Martínez.
69’ 2T – Emanuel Reynoso off for Daniel Giraldo.
84’ 2T – Fabián Viáfara off for Luis Orejuela.
85’ 2T – Avilés Hurtado off for Juan Dinenno.
Yellow Card for Deportivo Cali:
13’ 1T – Andrés Correa (Unsporting Behavior)
Substitutions for Pereira
62’ 2T – Yuber Quiñones off for Luis Mosquera.
75’ 2T – Walmer Pacheco off for Juan Urrea; Eber Moreno off for Juan Morales.
88’ 2T – Jorge Bermúdez off for Matías Patiño.
Yellow Cards for Pereira:
14’ 2T – Fabio Delgado (Unsporting Behavior); 20’ 2T – Walmer Pacheco (Unsporting Behavior)