Atlético Nacional started the Liga Betplay I of 2025 with great fanfare, winning 4-0 against Once Caldas on the first day.
The antioquian team, the current championship and cup champion, offered an impressive performance at the Atanasio Girardot stadium, claiming its intention to continue its momentum.
It was a dream come true for coach Javier Gandolfi, who has to face the challenge of adding other trophies to one of the most titled clubs in the history of Colombia.
The goals of Joan Castro (twice), Juan Manuel Zapata and Edwin Cardona made it possible to impose themselves convincingly, arousing optimism among supporters.
Nacional now turns to the first leg of the Superliga final against Atlético Bucaramanga, scheduled for Wednesday, January 29 at 7:30 p.m. in Medellín.
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This meeting also marked the return of Matheus Uribe, who made his return after several seasons, alongside the newcomer Andrés Salazar. The team has retained a nucleus of last season’s workforce, including William Tesillo, Andrés Sarmiento, David Ospina and Kevin Viveros.
As of kick -off, Atlético Nacional checked the meeting, putting pressure and taking the initiative in the face of a rival that struggled to react.
-Faber Gil and Billy Arce, also new recruits, have entered into the second period, contributing to an electrifying atmosphere while the team aims for success both in the national championships and in the Libertadores COPA.
In another match of the first day of the Liga Betplay I, Boyacá Chicó won against Atlético Bucaramanga on the score of 1-0 thanks to a goal from Jairo Molina in the 24th minute.
At the same time, in a thrilling match, Cali’s American beat Llaneros’s promoted with a 4-3 score at Pascual Guerrero. Cristian Barrios, Rodrigo Holgado (twice) and Éder Álvarez Balanta found the net, while Llaneros replied with goals from Carlos Sierra, Brayan Medina (against his camp) and Kener Valencia.
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The match between Unión Magdalena and Millonarios was postponed due to an incident involving the ‘Blue’ team when they arrived at the Sierra Nevada stadium.
The next meetings include Santa Fe welcoming Pereira at 3:00 p.m., junior facing Cali at 5:10 p.m., and Alianza FC welcoming Medellín at 7:20 p.m. on January 26.
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