Preview: Valle del Cauca Derby - Matchday 10

This Monday, March 24, América will play a new Vallecaucano derby against Deportivo Cali in Palmaseca.

Our team comes into this match after securing an important 3-0 home victory against Alianza, while the sugar mill team comes into this match after a goalless draw against Independiente Medellín away from home.

In a press conference, our technical director Jorge Da Silva and player Rafael Carrascal spoke about this commitment:

"We don't have a specific replacement for Juan Fernando Quintero because there's no one else like him, not only because of his track record and career, but also because of his characteristics. We're working to ensure that this change doesn't affect the team too much," said our coach about the player who is currently playing in World Cup qualifiers with the Colombian National Team.

Regarding his absence from the sidelines due to the suspension, Da Silva said: “Not being able to be on the bench generates anxiety and helplessness, but I trust that our team will have a great night.”

Our midfielder also spoke about this exciting match: "It's a classic, regardless of our position in the standings. We're going to go out there and play to our strengths, hurt them, and go for the win."

Carrascal was emphatic in stating: “America, with the greatness it represents, has to beat everyone, not just Deportivo Cali or Atlético Nacional.”

The referee for the match will be Wilmar Roldán. The game will kick off at approximately 6:10 pm.