Atlético Bucaramanga and Cúcuta Deportivo share 1-1 draw in BetPlay II clash

In the third round of Colombia's Liga BetPlay II 2026, Atlético Bucaramanga and Cúcuta Deportivo played to a 1‑1 stalemate at the Estadio Américo Montanini. Jaime Peralta gave Bucaramanga the lead in the 13th minute, but Emerson Batalla equalised for Cúcuta two minutes later.

Bucaramanga coach Pablo Peirano praised his side’s second‑half work, noting they created many clear‑cut chances but lacked finishing. He defended the tactical shift to a five‑against‑four defensive shape and said the team will look to add another striker.

Cúcuta’s manager Richard Páez highlighted his squad’s evolution, the resilience after playing with ten men, and goalkeeper Federico Abadía’s seven saves, which earned him the match‑day best‑player accolade. Páez stressed the draw as motivation in the club’s fight to avoid relegation, with Cúcuta set to face Fortaleza at the Metropolitano de Techo in the next round.