Boyacá Chicó 4 – 0 Atlético FC
Colombian Copa BetPlay DIMAYOR – 17 May 2026

Match Overview

Boyacá Chicó put on a dominant display as they routed Atlético FC 4–0 at home in the Copa BetPlay DIMAYOR. The result was a statement of intent from the Tunja-based club, who controlled proceedings from start to finish.

Blistering Start

Boyacá erupted out of the blocks, scoring twice inside the first 20 minutes. First, midfielder Daniel Padilla curled a free kick over the wall and into the top corner to break the deadlock. Moments later, striker Jhon Jairo Mosquera doubled the lead with a poacher’s finish after a goalmouth scramble.

Atlético FC never recovered from the early onslaught. Their defense looked disorganized and the midfield failed to provide any protection, allowing Boyacá’s attackers to run freely into dangerous areas.

Second-Half Rout

The second half was more of the same. Boyacá Chicó extended their lead in the 55th minute when left-back Felipe Vargas arrived unmarked to volley home from a corner. The visitors’ heads dropped, and the home side added a fourth in the 72nd minute through substitute Luis Carlos Espitia, who tapped in after a fine run and cross by winger Harold Preciado.

Atlético FC offered little going forward, managing only two shots on target across the entire match, both easily dealt with by Boyacá’s goalkeeper.

Tactical Analysis

Boyacá Chicó employed a high-pressing 4-3-3 that suffocated Atlético’s build-up play. The full-backs pushed high and supplied constant crosses, while the midfield trio rotated effectively to create overloads. Atlético FC, playing a cautious 4-4-1-1, simply could not cope with the intensity.

Standout Performers

• Daniel Padilla (Boyacá): Scored the opener and dictated the tempo from central midfield.
• Jhon Jairo Mosquera (Boyacá): A constant nuisance, he netted one goal and assisted another.
• Felipe Vargas (Boyacá): Contributed a rare goal from full-back and kept Atlético’s wingers quiet.

Season Context

The comprehensive victory gave Boyacá Chicó a vital boost in the Copa BetPlay group stage, moving them into a strong position to advance. Atlético FC, meanwhile, face an uphill battle and will need to address their defensive frailties quickly.