A double by Leo Castro and another by Macalister Silva sealed a well-deserved victory for Millonarios over Defensa y Justicia. In a match that began with some difficulty, the visitors gradually found their rhythm, and the Colombians asserted control as the minutes passed, matching the early pressure with a growing command of the game.
The encounter pitted a team with a storied pedigree, including a former South American champion and Recopa winner, against a disciplined Defensa y Justicia side. Yet once the door opened, Millonarios moved in with purpose, entering the opposing half with intent and pressing for an early break that would set the tone for the night. Defensa y Justicia demonstrated resilience by lining up a compact, organized defense and seeking to snatch something from the break, even in the opening period when a result might have looked more uncertain than it felt on the scoreboard.
As the match unfolded, the Floridian side faltered at the back, and Millonarios capitalized. The defense, marshaled by a solid display from the squad, cracked under sustained pressure, allowing Millonarios to claim victory with a fair margin. The attack found clarity through Macalister Silva’s creations and Castro’s sharp finishing, elevating the team’s performance from a mere complementary effort to a dominant showing that translated into three valued points in a tightly contested group.
With this win, the Albiazules extend an unbeaten run to six matches since their earlier defeat in Mineirao. The victory underlines lessons learned and applied, offering a sign of growing maturity and consistency. The sense of momentum is palpable, as Millonarios has demonstrated they can win with both starters and substitutes, reinforcing their status as leaders in the Colombian championship and sending a clear message ahead of a likely celebratory home game at El Camin on Saturday against Independiente Medellín.
The triumph marks a strong early statement in a difficult group, hinting at the potential for more decisive performances as the campaign progresses and the squad continues to sharpen their approach under the current coaching setup.