The upcoming Liga BetPlay match between Deportivo Pasto and Atlético Nacional is set for October 18, 2025. This important fixture will take place at the Estadio Libertad, with kickoff scheduled for 14:00 hours. Fans can watch the match live on WIN.
Nacional Visits FPC’s Third-Last Team
This match holds significant implications for Atlético Nacional. As they face Deportivo Pasto, currently positioned penultimate in the league, they aim to secure a spot in the upcoming quadrangulars. With 27 points, Nacional sits in fifth place, and a victory could potentially solidify their advancement.
Coaching Stability for Nacional
Atlético Nacional has reaffirmed the leadership of Diego Arias as head coach. President Sebastián Arango emphasized the club’s commitment to its internal talent, saying, “We take pride in confirming our current coaching staff, who embody the verdolaga DNA.”
Recent Performances
- Nacional recently secured a comeback victory against Deportivo Cali, winning 2-1 at the Atanasio Girardot.
- Yoshan Valois scored a brace in Pasto’s earlier match against Águilas, showcasing his attacking prowess.
- Andrés Sarmiento also found the back of the net in Pasto’s previous win over Deportivo Cali, stepping up in the absence of their main striker.
Deportivo Pasto’s Struggles
Deportivo Pasto is facing difficulties, having gone five matches without a win. In their last outing, they allowed a victory to slip away in the final minutes against Rionegro, leaving them with only 12 points in the standings.
Key Players and Upcoming Match Expectations
For this crucial matchup, Atlético Nacional will miss key player Alfredo Morelos due to a suspension imposed by Dimayor. The club expressed total disagreement with the sanction, citing procedural irregularities in the referee’s decision-making.
The last encounter between these teams ended with a decisive 3-0 victory for Nacional on April 29, 2025, with notable performances from Edwin Cardona and Andres Román.
As the match day approaches, both teams will be eager to achieve a favorable outcome. Fans are looking forward to an exciting showdown that could have a critical impact on the league standings.
