Goal compiles a complete guide for following one of the BetPlay League’s most anticipated clashes. The spotlight is on a marquee matchup where National Athletics aims to notch a home victory in a pivotal BetPlay contest, taking on Alianza Petrolera. A win would strengthen their grip in Group A as the schedule stacks up with two league fixtures against teams from Antioquia looming large on the calendar.
Atlético Nacional vs. Alianza Petrolera for the BetPlay League 2023 I: called up, starters and substitutes
El Verdolaga hosts the Petrolero at the Atanasio Girardot in Medellín, aiming to assert leadership by turning recent form into another triumphant performance after their victory over Águilas. The home team seeks to press forward, using the energy of the crowd to fuel a strong showing and reclaim top position in the standings.
For fans seeking to follow the action, opportunities exist to watch the game on television or to stream it online, ensuring supporters can stay connected whether at home or on the go.
WHEN IS?
The fixture is scheduled for Sunday, May 28, with kick-off at 6:05 PM local time in Colombia. North American viewers can check listings for regional broadcasts or streaming options available inside Canada and the United States, as the BetPlay League content is often distributed across multiple platforms in the region.
HOW AND WHERE TO SEE?
In Colombia, the match is shown on Win Sports Plus on Sunday evening. The online platform Win Sports Online offers streaming on computers, smart TVs, smartphones, and tablets, with apps compatible for Android and iOS devices. This makes it easy for North American fans who have access to the service to watch on a wide range of devices outside the stadium.
Goal will also provide real-time coverage before, during, and after the match, delivering minute-by-minute updates rather than waiting for full post-game reports.
THE PAYMENTS
Atlético Nacional: Wed; Castro, Aguirre, Zapata, Banguero; Palace, Gomez; Pabon, Barrera, Perea; Da Costa.
Atlético Nacional
Alianza Petrolera: Navarro, Ospina, Franco, Saldana; Manjarres, Colpa, Castillo; Torres, Rodriguez, Angulo.
Petrolera
STATISTICS
Pre-match indicators highlight several angles in this North American–friendly clash between Verdolagas and Petroleros:
• Through May, Alianza Petrolera had not defeated Atlético Nacional in 19 league meetings at home or away, with 4 draws and 15 losses (D4 L15). This shows Nacional’s strong head-to-head form in this fixture.
• Atlético Nacional has not lost in its last four home BetPlay DIMAYOR games of the season, recording 3 wins and 1 draw, while scoring at least two goals in each of those matches. This underlines the home side’s potency in front of their fans.
• Alianza Petrolera has struggled on the road recently, losing their last three away games in the First Division against Deportes Tolima, Millonarios, and Deportivo Pereira. Another away defeat would mark an unwanted four-match drought, a run not seen since late 2020 to early 2021 (D6).
• Juan Aguirre of Atlético Nacional stood out on the opening day of the BetPlay DIMAYOR 2023-I season, delivering 11 clearances to lead all players in that category and becoming the only one to reach double digits for that dataset.
• Edwin Torres of Alianza Petrolera was among the players who crossed the ball most frequently into the penalty area during the BetPlay DIMAYOR 2023-I semi-final phase, tallying 13 crosses, underscoring Petrolera’s emphasis on wide play and service into the box.
Source: Goal