Millonarios seeks to turn around its fortunes in the Liga BetPlay after suffering three consecutive defeats at the start of the season, which led to unsatisfactory performances. Losses against Atlético Bucaramanga, Junior de Barranquilla, and Deportivo Pasto have prompted the departure of head coach Hernán Torres.
The team’s struggles began with a disappointing defeat at the Américo Montanini Stadium in Santander, followed by being outperformed by Junior at El Campín, culminating in the loss to Deportivo Pasto that deepened the crisis. A common thread throughout these matches was the poor performance across all areas of the blue team.
Omar Rodríguez has stepped in as interim coach and will oversee the crucial match against Medellín, aiming for their first three points of the season. A draw would not suffice for Millonarios, and a victory over DIM would help restore confidence within the squad. The fans are eagerly waiting for their team to secure a win at home in El Campín. Notably, there is significant news regarding Radamel Falcao García.
As the blue institution copes with this challenging period, coach Rodríguez has finalized his starting eleven for the home game against Medellín. He has decided to keep Falcao as a substitute, opting instead for an attacking trio of Leonardo Castro, Julián Angulo, and Rodrigo Contreras. This formation marks the return of crucial players like Andrés Llinás and Leonardo Castro, who were missing in prior matches due to various circumstances.
Llinás will make his comeback as a key defender alongside Jorge Arias, while Samuel Martín and Danovis Banguero occupy the full-back positions. The full starting lineup for Millonarios features Diego Novoa in goal, supported by a defensive line and a midfield that aims to regain control and provide support for the attack.
In contrast, Medellín’s coach Alejandro Restrepo has prepared his squad to face a determined Millonarios side, emphasizing the importance of this match for both teams as they attempt to recover their form and make a mark this season.