This evening Atlético Junior defeated Unión Magdalena in a penalty shootout with a score of 5-3 at Sierra Nevada; this way, they secured their ticket to another final of the Copa Betplay against Millonarios.
The coastal classic was characterized by being highly contested, although chances were not lacking. However, both teams lacked efficiency. Despite Union's determination, Sambueza's goal in the 70th minute gave Junior the tranquility they needed to equalize the series.
Towards the end of the match, Yesus Cabrera saw red after a harsh tackle on Davinson Ibarra, leaving Junior with one less player for the penalty shootouts. However, this was not an obstacle for the visitors to prevail with a 5-3 victory from the spot kicks.
Junior vs Unión Magdalena: The Preview
Millonarios awaits their opponent. This Wednesday, September 14th at 6:00 PM (Colombian time), Junior will visit Unión Magdalena live at Sierra Nevada in search of a ticket to the final of the Copa Betplay 2022 in Colombia. In the first leg, 'El Ciclón Bananero' defeated Atlético Junior by the smallest margin (1-0) and won the coastal classic. It is worth mentioning that you can enjoy the broadcast of the match through Win Sports+ and Win Sports Online.
Lineups for Junior vs Unión Magdalena
Atlético Junior: Sebastián Viera; César Haydar, Walmer Pacheco, José Ortiz, Daniel Giraldo; Didier Moreno, Luis González, Fabián Sambueza, Omar Albornoz; Fredy Hinestroza, and Carlos Bacca.
Unión Magdalena: Ramiro Sánchez; Juan Vacca, Gil Uribe, Ronaldo Lora, Brayan Correa; Roberto Hinojosa, Fabián Cantillo, Jairo Palomino, Diego Chávez; Agostino Spina, and Ricardo Márquez.
🤩🤣THERE IS ONLY ONE IN THE CARIBBEAN AND THEY ARE IN THE GRAND FINAL OF THE COPA BETPLAY DIMAYOR 2022! pic.twitter.com/cPGAZepqb1
September 15, 2022