Envigado U19 3–1 Total Soccer U19 | Colombian U19 League | 17 May 2026

Envigado U19 continued their impressive run in the Colombian U19 League with a dominant 3–1 victory over Total Soccer U19 at the Cancha de Envigado. The home side produced a fluid attacking display that left their opponents struggling to cope for long stretches. Although Total Soccer pulled a goal back early in the second half to make the match briefly tense, Envigado’s composure and superior finishing ensured they claimed all three points, strengthening their push for a top-four finish.

Match Overview

From the first whistle, Envigado asserted their technical superiority. Their midfield trio of Sánchez, Montoya, and Palacios controlled possession with quick one-touch passes, while full-backs overlapping stretched Total Soccer’s defence. The first goal came in the 14th minute when winger Juan Camilo Rojas cut inside from the left and unleashed a curling shot that beat the goalkeeper at the near post—a finish reminiscent of the senior side’s trademark style under manager Pablo Giraldo.

Envigado doubled the lead before half-time. A defensive lapse from Total Soccer allowed striker Santiago Arango to nip in and poke the ball home after a spilled shot from long range. The 2–0 scoreline reflected Envigado’s dominance, though Total Soccer grew into the contest late in the first period, registering their first shot on target in the 41st minute.

Key Moments

• 14’ – Goal: Juan Camilo Rojas (Envigado) – Curled effort from the left.
• 41’ – Goal: Santiago Arango (Envigado) – Poacher’s finish from a rebound.
• 52’ – Goal: Alejandro Ruiz (Total Soccer) – Header from a corner kick.
• 73’ – Goal: Mateo Palacios (Envigado) – Low drive from 18 yards after a counter-attack.

Tactical Story

Total Soccer manager Carlos Vásquez attempted to change the momentum at half-time by switching to a more aggressive 4-3-3, and it nearly worked. The visitors came out with renewed intensity and pulled a goal back seven minutes after the restart through centre-back Alejandro Ruiz, who rose highest to meet a corner. For the next 15 minutes, Total Soccer pushed for a second equaliser, but Envigado’s defence, led by captain Julián Chávez, held firm.

Envigado’s coach responded by introducing fresh legs on the wings. The tactical tweak paid off in the 73rd minute when a quick break caught Total Soccer’s exposed backline. Midfielder Mateo Palacios advanced into space, played a neat one-two with substitute David Ocampo, and slammed a low drive into the bottom corner. The goal effectively killed the contest, and Envigado saw out the remaining time with ease.

Standout Players

• Juan Camilo Rojas (Envigado) – Opened the scoring with a brilliant goal and was a constant threat on the flank.
• Mateo Palacios (Envigado) – Controlled midfield, completed the highest number of passes, and added a late goal.
• Santiago Arango (Envigado) – His intelligent movement and clinical finish in the first half proved decisive.

Season Impact

The win lifts Envigado U19 to fifth place in the Colombian U19 League standings with 31 points from 17 matches, two points behind fourth-placed Deportivo Cali U19. More importantly, it extends their unbeaten run to five games as they eye a playoff berth. Total Soccer U19, meanwhile, remain in 12th place with 19 points, and their three-match winless streak leaves them in danger of slipping further down the table. The two sides could meet again in the upcoming Copa Juventud, but Envigado will take considerable confidence from this well-rounded performance.