Millonarios F.C. is set to return to their home ground after a lengthy absence of 25 days, with their last match at El Campín occurring on April 13 against Atlético Nacional, which ended in a goalless draw. This Thursday, they will face Deportivo Pereira in a rescheduled match from the fifteenth round, kicking off at 7:30 PM, and it will be broadcasted on Win+ Fútbol.
Millonarios comes into this game with an impressive streak of six matches without a loss. Their goalkeeper, Álvaro Montero, has not conceded a goal for 631 minutes, marking the longest uninterrupted streak in the club’s recent tournament history. Despite these impressive statistics, the primary objective for Millonarios is to secure their place in the semifinal quadrangulars ahead of schedule, maintaining pressure for a top seed position, and potentially reclaiming the championship lead based on goal difference.
The team also benefits from a recent 11-day break following a 0-2 victory over Atlético Bucaramanga, allowing them to recharge and recover key players. Coach David González has expressed confidence in his squad’s depth, particularly in the midfield and forward areas, where young talents Néiser Villarreal and Luis Marimón have made significant contributions.
González emphasized the healthy competition within his team, stating that those who have temporarily lost their starting positions are motivated to earn their spots back. After facing early-season struggles and calls for his dismissal following a loss to Santa Fe, the team appears to be finding their rhythm.
On the opposing side, Deportivo Pereira is clinging to their slim mathematical chance of entering the top eight, needing to accrue at least 10 additional points with limited room for error.
This matchup promises to be significant not just for Millonarios as they aim for a pivotal victory but also for Pereira as they fight to stay afloat in the competition.