06/26/2024
This Thursday, June 27, Atlético Nacional will play an international friendly within the framework of the Ciudad de los Reyes Cup against Sporting Cristal at 8:00 pm The tournament, which also has the participation of Alianza Lima and Bolívar, will take place held at the Alejandro Villanueva stadium.
Nacional seeks to right a year that has not met expectations in the first half. This friendly will be an opportunity for the team to show improvements and test new strategies for the second half of the year.
The green team could use its new additions: Edwin Cardona, Juan Manuel Zapata, Willian Tesillo and Andrés Sarmiento.
The history of confrontations between Atlético Nacional and Sporting Cristal is favorable for the Colombian team. The last clash between both clubs ended with a 1-0 victory for Atlético Nacional in the Peruvian capital on April 13, 2016, during that year’s Copa Libertadores.
The green club is waiting for the return of David Ospina from the Copa América and for Racing’s response for Róger Martínez, which must be delivered before this Sunday. In addition, both Jorman Campuzano and Dairon Asprilla have their medical exams scheduled and, if they pass them, they will be announced as the club’s next two reinforcements.
This tournament not only offers Atlético Nacional the opportunity to refine its squad, but also to measure strength against teams from other countries and adjust tactics and strategies for official commitments. The participation of Alianza Lima and Bolívar adds a competitive level that will benefit all teams involved.
The Ciudad de los Reyes Cup promises to be an exciting event for fans and a crucial platform for the green to regain the confidence and expected performance. With the possibility of seeing the new additions in action and the expectation of more reinforcements, fans have reason to be excited about a more promising second half of the year.
This friendly against Sporting Cristal is more than just a game; It is a step towards rebuilding and strengthening a team that seeks to return to the top of South American football.
This Thursday, Atlético Nacional will play an international friendly match within the framework of the Ciudad de los Reyes Cup against Sporting Cristal, at 8:00 pm The tournament, which also has the participation of Alianza Lima and Bolívar, will take place at the Alejandro Villanueva stadium in Lima.
Nacional seeks to right a year that has not met expectations in the first half. The duel will be an opportunity to show improvements and test new strategies for the rest of the season.
The green team could use its new additions: Edwin Cardona, Juan Manuel Zapata, Willian Tesillo and Andrés Sarmiento.
The history of confrontations between Atlético Nacional and Sporting Cristal is favorable for the Colombian team. The last clash between both clubs ended with a 1-0 victory for the Purslanes in the Peruvian capital on April 13, 2016, during that year’s Copa Libertadores.
The Paisa club is waiting for the return of David Ospina from the Copa América and for Racing’s response for Róger Martínez, which must be delivered before this Sunday. In addition, both Jorman Campuzano and Dairon Asprilla have their medical exams scheduled and, if they pass them, they will be announced as the club’s next two reinforcements.
Jorman will bring his experience and the leadership he acquired in Argentine football during these years. The midfielder, who can play as a mixed or recovery player, is 28 years old and his participation in different international competitions has strengthened him as a footballer.
While Dairon Asprilla has become a multifunctional player on the attacking front and on the green he could play as a winger and also act as number 9 when coach Pablo Repetto considers it necessary.
On the other hand, the friendly tournament in Lima not only offers Atlético Nacional the opportunity to refine its squad, but also to measure strength against teams from other countries and adjust tactics and strategies for official commitments. The participation of Alianza Lima and Bolívar adds a competitive level that will benefit all teams involved. The winners of both matches will play in the final on Sunday.
