SemanaIndependentCenter3 hr. agoIn the match between Atlético Bucaramanga and Cúcuta Deportivo, which ended in a draw during the second week of the Liga BetPlay, controversy arose over a disallowed goal by Luciano Pons of Bucaramanga. The goal was called back after a review by the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) due to contact between Pons' arm and the ball, violating football regulations that prohibit goals scored via any hand or arm contact, whether intentional or not. Despite fan reactions calling the decision a 'robbery,' analysts and officials confirmed the ruling aligned with IFAB rules. The match featured dramatic moments, including a goal by Jaime Peralta for Cúcuta early in the game and a quick equalizer by Émerson Batalla of Bucaramanga. The result saw both teams move up the league table.
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SemanaIndependentCenter12 hr. ago Bucaramanga's agonizing goal against Cúcuta was annulled and there is controversy: this is the hand that the referee pitchedOn Monday, August 3, 2026, Bucaramanga and Cúcuta Deportivo drew 1-1 in the third round of the Liga BetPlay 2026-ll, marking another edition of the Colombian 'Clásico del Oriente.' The match featured early goals from Jaime Peralta for Cúcuta and Emerson Batalla for Bucaramanga, resulting in a tied score. However, controversy arose in the closing moments when Bucaramanga's goal was disallowed by referee Alejandro Moncada after consulting the VAR. The decision was based on the claim that the shot by Jhon Fredy Salazar hit a teammate's arm. Fans and players expressed frustration over the call, questioning whether it was justified. The result leaves Bucaramanga in fifth place with five points, while Cúcuta remains in 15th with just one point.
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SemanaIndependentCenter12 hr. ago BetPlay League standings after the spicy Bucaramanga vs. Cúcuta: this is how the eight goThe third round of the Liga BetPlay 2026-ll began on Monday, August 3, with Atlético Bucaramanga and Cúcuta Deportivo playing at the Estadio Américo Montanini. The match ended in a 1-1 draw, with both teams scoring consecutive goals in the first half. This result affected their standings, placing Bucaramanga in fifth place with five points. América de Cali leads the table with six points, followed by Águilas Doradas, Deportes Tolima, and Deportivo Independiente Medellín. Other notable teams like Deportivo Cali, Millonarios, Santa Fe, and Junior de Barranquilla remain outside the top eight. Several other clubs, including Pasto, Junior, Internacional de Bogotá, Jaguares, and Boyacá Chicó, have yet to accumulate points. The competition is still early, and the standings are expected to change as the season progresses.
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