The triumph of every Colo Colo player in La Boca came at a price, with a narrow defeat marked by Weigandt’s performance guiding Boca Juniors to a win over Quinteros and his squad.
“Monagas and Pereira produced a strong result, enough to keep Colo Colo in contention for a top spot until the final round. Still, the game deserved at least a draw, and the team hopes to welcome back more seasoned players for the 29th. There is one date left, yet Colo Colo remains far from elimination, despite sitting bottom of Group F with five points from five games,” reflected coach Gustavo Quinteros after the Boca clash. Agustín Bouzat supported the view, noting, “We did everything possible to secure a result.” El Popular remains very much alive and must beat its Colombian rival at the Monumental to break the six-game curse.
Full-time rang out. The Cacique fell by a single goal against Boca Juniors at La Bombonera.
The quest for qualification to the knockout stage continues with a decisive match at the Monumental against Deportivo Pereira. ⚫️⚪️ Vamos Colo Colo.
– Colo Colo (@ColoColo) June 7, 2023
- How did each member of the Colo Colo side perform on the pitch at La Bombonera?
Brian Cortes
Presented a standout display, stopping four direct attempts with precision. On a day where he faced constant pressure, Cortes did not bear responsibility for any unexpected goal, earning consideration for further national team duties.
Ramiro Gonzalez
He played pragmatically, stepping off when overwhelmed and showing improved security in the late stages. Tiredness surfaced with 15 minutes remaining, and Daniel Gutierrez stepped in to fill the slot.
Alan Saldivia
He saved a potential on-target finish from Óscar Romero, keeping his team competitive. He was solid in the air and composed on the opening pass.
Eric Wiemberg
Versatile and eager to advance, Wiemberg pushed forward when possible while also fulfilling defensive duties. His midfield involvement helped stabilize the side during transitions.
Bruno Gutierrez
Caught by an early injury after six minutes, he promised a battle with Langoni, but the Argentine attacker kept the duel brief and managed to claim 15 minutes of material play.
Cesar Fuentes
Focused on discipline rather than overload on the attack, his midfield presence remained steady; the team did not rely on explosive bursts from him in the final third as opponents constrained space.
Stephen Pavez
A cautious, dependable option in possession and a steady presence in defense. He showed leadership in the build-up and contributed solidly in the opening period.
Augustine Bouzat
He maintained balance in attacking duels and was effective in close contests. When the game intensified late, Quinteros shifted Jordhy Thompson into the line to sustain energy as Boca pressed, leaving the youthful squad fatigued but resolute.
Leonardo Gil
Finding it tough to unlock the Boca defense, Colo Colo missed a bit of extra purpose from the playmaker. He delivered the ball with intent but needed more efficiency and depth in the final third.
Marco Bolados
Made smart decisions in a critical moment, testing Chiquito Romero but with limited space to work. He remained an active threat, combining well without the standard intensity in the opponent’s box.
Damian Pizarro
endured the shift, distributing and probing the defense. He fed the central options, created chances, and completed the three attempts with resolve, yet the decisive finish eluded him again.
Jeson Rojas
Reliable in defense and central midfield, he stepped forward to cover a gap when Bruno was unavailable, showing responsibility in both zones.
Jordan Thompson
Active throughout and bold with a late scoring chance that was misplaced. He created space with a combination of runs and link-ups, offering support on both wings and in the middle.
Fabian Castilla
Was slowed by injuries in the first half and never fully found his rhythm. When the ball finally flowed, he struggled to translate pace into consistent gains and control in the final third.
Marco Rojas
The New Zealand winger flashed moments of quality, delivering both inside passes and wide play, and generating set-piece opportunities even as the match pressure never fully eased.
Daniel Gutierrez
Not the fastest, yet he covered ground relentlessly, guarding the left flank with energy and contributing to defensive solidity across the back line.
Note: This report summarizes the performance of Colo Colo’s players in the Boca Juniors match, highlighting individual actions and tactical roles as observed in the game and reflected by post-match notes.