Boca Juniors De Cali 1–1 Alianza Fútbol Club | Colombian Copa BetPlay DIMAYOR | May 9, 2026
Boca Juniors De Cali and Alianza Fútbol Club shared the spoils in a hard‑fought 1–1 draw in the Colombian Copa BetPlay DIMAYOR at the Estadio Olímpico Pascual Guerrero. The result keeps both clubs in the hunt for knockout‑stage qualification, though neither will be fully satisfied.
Match Summary
Alianza struck first in the 14th minute. A defensive misjudgement allowed their striker to latch onto a through ball, and he slotted calmly past the advancing goalkeeper. Boca Juniors De Cali responded well, pushing forward with intent, but they found the Alianza defence resolute until the stroke of half‑time. A corner kick was flicked on at the near post, and the ball crept into the net off a defender to make it 1–1.
Tactical Battle
The second half was a tense affair with few clear chances. Both midfields cancelled each other out, and the game became a physical contest in the middle third. Boca Juniors De Cali had the better of the late pressure, but Alianza’s goalkeeper made two sharp saves to preserve the draw.
Key Statistics
- Possession: Boca Juniors De Cali 54% – 46% Alianza
- Shots on target: 3 – 2 in favour of the home side
- Yellow cards: Four in total, reflecting the combative nature of the game
Group Stage Implications
In the Copa BetPlay group phase, every point matters. Boca Juniors De Cali now have four points from three games, while Alianza sit on five. Both remain in contention to advance, but with tough fixtures ahead, they will need to turn draws into wins.

