Overview
- Peruvian forward Luis Ramos scored from outside the box in the 53rd minute, hitting the top corner past goalkeeper Jefferson Martinez.
- Andres Roa opened the scoring for America after a Dylan Borrero assist before halftime.
- Junior responded in the 82nd minute when Javier Baez headed in from a set piece to cut the deficit.
- The tie will be settled in the return leg next week in Cali at Estadio Pascual Guerrero.
- Ramos' standout strike extends his strong club form and aligns with his recent recall to Peru for a friendly against Chile.