José Bolívar and his mistake that prevented the triumph of Universitario
In ‘Noche Crema’ 2024, Universitario de Deportes was on its way to a victory over Coquimbo Unidos, but an incredible mistake made by José Bolívar caused the visiting team to tie. Bolívar had a night to forget when he committed a terrible ‘blooper’ near the end of the game
The defender tried to cut off an attack by the Chilean team from midfield, but unfortunately his shot went straight into his own goal in the 86th minute.
Bolívar’s lament and the support of his teammates
José Bolívar showed his obvious regret by grabbing his head and kneeling on the field, since his mistake cost his team a positive result in front of their fans at the Monumental stadium. Despite his mistake, he received the support of his colleagues, such as Matías Di Benedetto, who came to lift him up and encourage him.
The goal against and the reaction of Coquimbo Unidos
The goal against Bolívar allowed Sebastián Britos, who was following the play, to score for Coquimbo Unidos. The Chilean club published the tie on its social networks and celebrated the own goal in the 86th minute
The controversial goal annulled by Coquimbo Unidos
Coquimbo Unidos searched tirelessly for an equalizer and managed to score a goal through Alejandro Camargo in the 72nd minute. However, the match referee took an advanced position due to a very tight play, which generated angry complaints from the Chilean team players. Despite the controversy, the goal was disallowed and the result remained a tie.
The start of the season for Universitario de Deportes
The friendly match against Coquimbo Unidos marked the end of the preseason for Universitario de Deportes. Now, the team led by Fabián Bustos is preparing for the start of the 2024 season of League 1. The first official match will be against Carlos A. Mannucci next Sunday, January 27 at the Mansiche stadium in Trujillo
After a series of draws in the preparation matches, Universitario hopes to start the year of its centenary with a victory and bring joy to its followers
