Atlético Nacional will play Cúcuta Deportivo at the Estadio Atanasio Girardot on Wednesday, 1 April, in a Liga BetPlay match.
The match is scheduled to kick off at 20:30 and will be broadcast live on WIN.
Nacional Secure Playoff Spot
Nacional have already secured their place in the playoffs, achieving qualification with five games to spare after a 2-1 away victory against Deportivo Pasto.
With 30 points, they lead the league, boasting the best attack with 28 goals and the most solid defence, having conceded only 10 goals. “We haven’t won anything yet,” stated manager Diego Arias.
He added, “It is worth coming to take points from them when they had not lost at home.”
Cúcuta’s Struggle Against Relegation
Cúcuta will be looking to add points to distance themselves from the relegation zone. They currently hold the same average as Jaguares, at 0.79. For this match, Cúcuta will be without Yair Abonía and Jaime Peralta due to suspensions.
The visitors are currently in 16th place with 11 points and are on a three-match unbeaten run. Léider Berdugo scored the winning goal in their 1-0 victory against Chicó at the Estadio General Santander.
Morelos Eyes Top Scorer Spot
Alfredo Morelos has solidified his position as Nacional’s top scorer, with eight goals.
He is now just one goal behind the league’s leading scorers, Andrey Estupiñán and Dayro Moreno.
Nacional’s Recent Form
Nacional are coming off their second consecutive victory, having defeated the team second in the table. “We did a great job against a great rival. There is a reason why they are fighting at the top,” said their coach.
- Nacional have the best attack, scoring 28 goals.
- Nacional have the best defence, conceding 10 goals.
- Cúcuta are currently 16th in the league.
Nacional secured a 3-0 victory against Cúcuta on 5 August 2025 in the Copa Colombia.