Bucaramanga Defends Unbeaten Run Against Águilas Doradas

Atlético Bucaramanga faced Águilas Doradas on Tuesday, October 13, at the Américo Montanini stadium in the postponed seventh matchday of Liga BetPlay 2026-II, with the home team defending its unbeaten record and both clubs seeking qualification for the semifinal quadrangulares.

According to Deportes RCN, Bucaramanga entered the match as the only unbeaten team in the tournament, with 23 points from 11 matches after six wins and five draws. Águilas Doradas arrived with 15 points in 11th place.

Vanguardia reported that Bucaramanga had won three consecutive matches before the game and could move closer to the top positions with another victory. The team also arrived after a 3-1 win over Junior de Barranquilla.

Defender José Ortiz explained Bucaramanga's preparation and defensive options before the match. He addressed the absence of José García after his red card against Junior.

"I think we have already played without García, I think the coach will use me on the left or right, so we will wait to see what will be done," said José Ortiz, Atlético Bucaramanga defender.

Ortiz said the coaching staff analyzes opponents before matches to identify strengths and weaknesses. He highlighted preparation as a key part of the team's approach.

"I think that helps us a lot to see the opponent's strengths and weaknesses, to see where we can hurt them," said José Ortiz, Atlético Bucaramanga defender.

The defender also discussed Bucaramanga's possible defensive systems, explaining that he has experience playing with different formations under previous coaches and remains available for Peirano's decisions.

"I feel very comfortable both in a five-man line and a four-man line," said José Ortiz, Atlético Bucaramanga defender.

According to Vanguardia, Ortiz credited daily work, discipline and the relationship between players and coach Pablo Peirano for helping maintain the team's positive results.

"I think that apart from the work done with the ball, outside the field discipline is very important, knowing how to handle day-to-day life, and also the relationship with the coach, what he transmits to you," said José Ortiz, Atlético Bucaramanga defender.

Ortiz added that Peirano's message has encouraged the squad to compete with ambition and maintain focus during the semester.

"Then he transmits many positive things to us about moving forward, because that is what they live, always with a drive that they want to move forward, that they want to do things well, that they want to win," said José Ortiz, Atlético Bucaramanga defender.

The defender also pointed to the importance of Bucaramanga's goalkeepers in providing security while acknowledging areas that still require improvement.

"Fortunately we have very good goalkeepers with us, so that is something very important for us, because we feel supported, we have a lot of security," said José Ortiz, Atlético Bucaramanga defender.

Ortiz said the team must continue reducing defensive errors and limiting opponents' chances during matches.

"In the end we have to correct all those things because we must reduce how easily opponents can reach us, so we have to work," said José Ortiz, Atlético Bucaramanga defender.

The defender also described his personal commitment to helping the club achieve its objectives during the season.

"I think that apart from him demanding from me, I think I must push myself every day, I am here to help my teammates, the coaching staff, the club, to be able to achieve the objectives," said José Ortiz, Atlético Bucaramanga defender.

Águilas Doradas entered the match needing points to strengthen its qualification chances. Deportes RCN reported that the team had recently beaten Jaguares de Córdoba but later surrendered a two-goal lead in a draw against Alianza in Valledupar.