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Cúcuta Deportivo defeats Atlético Nacional in Liga BetPlay match
Cúcuta Deportivo secured a 1-0 victory against Atlético Nacional at the General Santander stadium during the 15th round of the Liga BetPlay 2026-II. The decisive goal was scored by youth player Dayan Pérez in the 18th minute.
The match featured the return of James Rodríguez to his hometown of Cúcuta, where he played the full duration of the game. Despite Atlético Nacional's possession, Cúcuta's goalkeeper Federico Abadía made six key saves to maintain the lead.
With this win, Cúcuta Deportivo moves into the top eight of the league standings and moves further away from the relegation zone. The victory also marks the first time Cúcuta has defeated the Antioquian side at home since the first half of 2012.
Entities
Atlético Nacional · Cúcuta · Cúcuta Deportivo · Dayan Pérez · General Santander Stadium · James Rodríguez · Lucas González
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- [● 3 SOURCES] The match between Cúcuta Deportivo and Atlético Nacional is scheduled for Tuesday, October 20, at General Santander stadium. uruguayaldia.com.uy · eldeportivo.com.co
- [● 2 SOURCES] James Rodríguez has been reintegrated into the squad for the upcoming match against Cúcuta Deportivo. uruguayaldia.com.uy · eldeportivo.com.co
- [● 2 SOURCES] Goalkeeper Franco Armani, and midfielders Edwin Cardona and Elías Cabrera will be absent from the match against Cúcuta. uruguayaldia.com.uy · eldeportivo.com.co
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Mayor's Office of Cúcuta issued Decree 0377 to establish security measures for the Cúcuta Deportivo vs. Atlético Nacional match.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Security restrictions for Atlético Nacional fans will be in effect from 6:00 p.m. on October 17 until 6:00 p.m. on October 21.