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Football updates: Jhon Lucumí's Juventus debut and Colombian league results

Various developments are occurring across South American and European football. In Italy, Colombian defender Jhon Lucumí began his Juventus tenure on the bench during the Serie A opener against Frosinone, as manager Luciano Spalletti opted for a different defensive lineup despite Lucumí’s €20 million transfer.

In Colombia, Deportes Quindío secured a 1-0 victory over Envigado at the Estadio Centenario thanks to a 71st-minute goal by Andrés Felipe Carabalí. Meanwhile, in the Liga BetPlay, Llaneros earned a crucial away win against Deportivo Pasto, while Internacional de Bogotá managed a 2-2 comeback draw against Deportivo Cali, impacting the relegation standings.

Regarding coaching and continental competition, Independiente Santa Fe president Eduardo Méndez expressed confidence ahead of their Copa Sudamericana clash against River Plate in Buenos Aires, noting the team's ability to compete despite River Plate's recent signings. In Paraguay, reports suggest Gustavo Costas is close to returning to Cerro Porteño to replace Ariel Holan.

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Deportes Tolima · Deportivo Pasto · Gustavo Costas · Independiente Santa Fe · Independiente del Valle · Jhon Lucumi · Jonathan Risueño · Juventus · River Plate · Sebastián Oliveros