GV San José and Oriente Petrolero draw 3-3 amid controversy

GV San José and Oriente Petrolero played to a 3-3 draw at the Jesús Bermúdez Torres Stadium during the 17th round of the Bolivian Professional Division. The match was highly controversial, marked by five red cards and significant officiating scrutiny regarding referee Jordy Alemán.

GV San José played much of the match with nine men following the dismissals of coach Julio César Baldivieso, Mijail Avilés, and Guimer Justiniano. Despite the numerical disadvantage, the home side secured a draw through goals from Mijail Avilés and Alex Cáceres. Oriente Petrolero's goals were provided by a hat-trick from José Flores.

Following the match, Oriente Petrolero coach Gustavo Florentín addressed rumors regarding his departure, clarifying that he has not resigned. However, he expressed significant frustration over unpaid wages for both the players and the technical staff, noting that the club has failed to meet financial commitments promised to the squad.