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Millonarios defeats Unión Magdalena in a thrilling match in Santa Marta
In an exciting match played at the Estadio Sierra Nevada in Santa Marta, Millonarios defeated Unión Magdalena 3-1 in the first round of the 2025 Águila League. The match, characterized by its intensity and numerous yellow cards, saw Millonarios dominate in shooting accuracy despite having less possession.
Radamel Falcao opened the scoring for Millonarios in the 15th minute with a penalty. Unión Magdalena responded with a goal from Jhonier Sarmiento in the 49th minute, momentarily equalizing the match. However, Millonarios showed their strength in attack, with goals from Jorge Valencia in the 56th minute and Juan Esteban Cordoba Mosquera in the 90th minute, sealing the victory.
The match was marked by the discipline of both teams, with a total of 6 yellow cards: 4 for Millonarios and 2 for Unión Magdalena. Despite Unión Magdalena having more possession of the ball (58%), Millonarios was more accurate in shooting, with 6 shots on target compared to the home team’s 5. The match offered a vibrant spectacle for the fans present, with attacks on both goals and a strategic development from both teams.
Substitutions union magdalena: at minute 46 J. Trujillo came in and D. Murillo went out., at minute 46 V. Sanchez came in and E. Krame went out., at minute 74 J. Pinto came in and C. E. Sencion Rodriguez went out., at minute 86 O. Aragon came in and M. Payares went out.
Substitutions millonarios: at minute 66 D. Mantilla came in and D. Catano went out., at minute 66 S. Giordana came in and R. Falcao went out., at minute 85 J. E. Cordoba Mosquera came in and J. Valencia went out., at minute 85 F. Charrupi came in and D. Ruiz went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Union Magdalena
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