The Liga BetPlay II 2025 is reaching a fever pitch as teams battle for crucial points with only five matchdays left before the quadrangular semifinals. With 15 points left to play for, the stakes couldn't be higher for clubs fighting for a spot in the top eight, a lifeline from relegation, or simply pride as the season draws to a close. This weekend's action delivered plenty of drama, surprise results, and a historic relegation that has shaken Colombian football fans to their core.
The 14th round of matches, played from October 3 to October 6, 2025, saw teams jostling for position across the table. The big headline was Envigado's official relegation to the second division after a heartbreaking 1-2 home defeat to Atlético Bucaramanga. Envigado, a club famed for producing talents like James Rodríguez, Fredy Guarín, and Juan Fernando Quintero, now faces an uncertain future. Their fall from grace was sealed mathematically, as the loss left them unable to escape the drop zone with only 13 points from 14 matches. Despite this setback, Envigado still clings to faint hopes in the Copa BetPlay and, remarkably, could still sneak into the quadrangulars if results go their way—though the odds are slim.
Elsewhere, Atlético Bucaramanga continued their impressive run, not only dooming Envigado but also cementing their place at the top of the table. Bucaramanga now leads the league with 27 points from 14 games, boasting eight wins, three draws, and three losses, with a healthy goal difference of +11. Their consistency has seen them fend off challenges from Junior de Barranquilla and Fortaleza, both sitting on 25 points, though Junior's recent form has been shaky after a 0-1 home loss to Deportes Tolima.
Deportivo Cali also grabbed a vital win, edging Deportivo Pereira 1-0 in a tight contest that kicked off the weekend's action. Unión Magdalena kept their hopes alive with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Águilas Doradas, while Llaneros and Fortaleza played out a goalless draw. The fireworks truly came in the Deportivo Pasto vs. Alianza FC clash, which ended 3-3 and left fans breathless with end-to-end attacking play.
One of the most anticipated matches of the round was the showdown between Boyacá Chicó and Atlético Nacional. The match ended in a 1-1 draw, but not without controversy. Atlético Nacional, under interim manager Diego 'Caballo' Arias after Javier Gandolfi's departure, is still searching for stability and form. The result leaves Nacional in fourth place with 24 points, but their fans will be hoping for a swift turnaround as the quadrangulars approach.
Independiente Medellín and Independiente Santa Fe, two clubs with rich histories, were unable to add to their points tally this weekend as their match was postponed. Medellín sits at 24 points from just 12 games, suggesting they could climb higher with their games in hand. Santa Fe, the defending champions, are on 20 points from 13 matches and find themselves teetering on the edge of the all-important eighth spot.
Looking ahead, the Monday night fixture features La Equidad hosting Once Caldas at Estadio de Techo in Bogotá. This match carries significant weight for both sides, albeit for different reasons. La Equidad, languishing in 19th place with just 11 points, has endured a torrid run—no wins in their last five matches, including a humbling 0-3 defeat to Santa Fe. Their struggles at home are glaring: only eight of their 11 points have come at Estadio de Techo, and recent results include a 0-4 thrashing by Deportivo Cali and a 0-1 loss to Unión Magdalena. The Aseguradores' lack of attacking firepower and defensive frailty have left them desperate for a turnaround.
Once Caldas, meanwhile, enters the match with renewed confidence. Currently sitting 11th with 16 points from 13 games, they remain just four points off the eighth-place cutoff for the quadrangulars. Their recent form is encouraging: three wins in their last five league games and a morale-boosting 4-0 thrashing of Deportivo Pasto in the Copa Colombia. While their away record isn't stellar—five points from six road matches—their overall trajectory is upward. Coach Hernán Darío Herrera is expected to field his strongest lineup, including James Aguirre, Juan David Cuesta, Kevin Cuesta, Jerson Malagón, Jorge Cardona, Mateo García, Robert Mejía, Luis Sánchez, Michael Barrios, Felipe Gómez, and the evergreen Dayro Moreno. The squad knows that victory in Bogotá could catapult them into serious contention for a semifinal berth.
Statistically, Once Caldas appears the stronger side. Their defense has shown more resilience, and their attack—buoyed by recent big wins—looks far more potent than La Equidad's. The betting markets echo this sentiment, favoring Once Caldas with an Asian handicap 0 bet, which reflects the visitors' better form and the hosts' ongoing crisis. "Analyzing the current context, Once Caldas seems to have more footballing tools to get a favorable result, given their solidity in recent matches, the boost after their recent win, and the rival's crisis," as local analysts have noted.
For La Equidad, the stakes are clear: start picking up points or risk finishing the season at the bottom. Their inability to capitalize on home advantage and the lack of a consistent goal threat have made life difficult for both players and fans. With matches running out, every fixture becomes a must-win, and Monday's clash is no exception.
As for Once Caldas, the pathway to the top eight is challenging but not impossible. After facing La Equidad, they have a demanding schedule: home games against Independiente Medellín, Unión Magdalena, and Deportivo Pasto, and away trips to Llaneros and Millonarios. With the quadrangulars looming, every match is a final, and Herrera's men know that momentum is everything at this stage of the season.
Elsewhere in the league, Millonarios will host América de Cali on Tuesday, October 7, another fixture with significant implications for the standings. Independiente Medellín and Independiente Santa Fe will face off on October 20, a match that could further shake up the top eight.
With no team having yet reached the 30-point threshold that typically guarantees a quadrangular spot, the league remains wide open. Atlético Bucaramanga may lead the way, but the likes of Junior, Fortaleza, Nacional, and Medellín are all within striking distance. At the other end, Envigado's relegation serves as a stark warning for clubs flirting with the drop.
As the Liga BetPlay II 2025 enters its decisive phase, the drama shows no sign of letting up. Monday night's clash between La Equidad and Once Caldas could prove pivotal for both clubs' ambitions, and with so much left to play for, fans across Colombia will be glued to the action as the race for the quadrangulars intensifies.
