Chico edges out Deportivo Cali in a tightly contested match
Chico secured a narrow victory over Deportivo Cali in a match characterized by intensity and yellow cards.
The game, played at the Estadio de La Independencia in Tunja, began at a frenetic pace with both teams looking for the win from the first minute. Chico enjoyed slightly more possession and created more danger going forward, but Deportivo Cali didn’t shy away and also had their chances.
In the 44th minute, Jhon Herrera scored the only goal of the game for Chico, following a great assist from Johan Pérez. The goal was a blow to Deportivo Cali, who were unable to find a way to equalize despite their efforts.
The encounter was marred by the number of yellow cards. Chico received 3 cautions, while Deportivo Cali received one. Despite this, the match remained within the bounds of sportsmanship and no red cards were issued.
With this victory, Chico adds 3 important points in their fight for the top spots in the league standings. Deportivo Cali, on the other hand, will have to analyze their mistakes in order to return to winning ways in their next match.
Substitutions chico: at minute 12 K. Londono came in and C. Gaitan went out., at minute 46 W. Cruz came in and C. Baquero went out., at minute 46 J. Montoya came in and Y. Mosquera went out., at minute 67 C. Quiceno came in and J. Pimentel went out., at minute 86 A. Chara came in and G. Balanta went out.
Substitutions deportivo cali: at minute 63 A. Plata came in and A. Andrade went out., at minute 71 Kelvin Osorio came in and R. Bustamante went out., at minute 71 J. Barrera came in and A. Estupinan went out., at minute 78 G. Cabezas came in and Javier Reina went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Chico
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