Fernando Jaramillo, the president of Dimayortalk to Snail Sportswhere, among other things, He referred to the difficulties they are currently facing in scheduling the dates of the home runs, ie. the the final of the Colombian Cup and the Leaguey request from the DIM, to suspend the semi-finals of the championship waiting for a reply from THAT about the three points awarded to Junior for the desk.
When is the Cup final?
“We don’t have them yet.we are awaiting today’s results so we can schedule that final. A lot of things can happen, hopefully the semi-finals will be played and we’ll see who the two finals are.”
If they are America and National?
“That makes things more complicated if they’re the ones hitting the home runs. We’ll have to wait and see what happens and see how we calculate that within the home run scheme. If it is América – Nacional, everything will be complicated for us, because they are going to compete in the home run and it could be in the middle of the home run to schedule that final. Our secret is that it’s not that long at the end of the home run, they’ll realize the weight is more at the end of the home run. “We’re waiting and finally waiting to see if we can complete the home run on December 8.”
Is there a chance that the final will be on the 29th of December?
“We might have some concerts in between the home runs, both in Medellin as in Bogotawhich forces us to move the dates and complicates our calendar. It’s not the best, but we understand that the concerts were already scheduled, there’s a lot of investment in that. We don’t like it, but we respect that.”
When will the classic Bogota?
“The Bogota Classic will take place on Monday the 25th, because there is a concert on the 24th, He has a very big arrangement and remember that the concerts, the bad thing is not the date but what he takes up, which is three days before and three days after. We are talking to the organizers and the APP, so that they can do this dismantling from the 24th to the 25th and the stadium will be available on the night of the 25th.”
What are the chances of playing a final on December 29?
“It would be an extension and December 22nd would be the last date we would have, pushing this.”
How would the second date be?
“It is completed on Monday. It’s not scheduled, but the logic is that there will be three games on Sunday.
What mistakes did Dimayor make?
“Programming in these conditions is very difficult, With everything that has happened this year, we have not justified ourselves, but people do not understand the complexities of the program, with many variables, which make programming very complicated. It is impossible to leave everyone happy, of course we make mistakes in many things, because we have to make decisions at the moment that affect one club or another, but here everything is done considering the best conditions give everyone the best for the 36 clubs.”
Will the competition be stopped due to DIM’s precautionary measures?
“You as an interested party have every right to file that appeal before the CAS, The Disciplinary Committee made a legal decision, according to the individual disciplinary code. Whether we like it, whether we don’t like it, whether it’s the right thing to do, or the best thing for football, I can’t judge, but they accepted it as a matter of law and based on the fact that the CAS. make a decision. CAS has not communicated anything to the secretary about the situation, so the championship and the competition continue as they are now.”
What will be the proposal for the 2025 calendar?
“The proposal will be very similar because it has already been proven in terms of box office excitement for historic clubs, it is very important for those who go to the home races.”there will be two championships, the first semester and the second semester, and home runs of course. We proposed the play-offs because of the complexity of the calendar, but the clubs did not accept it and we understand the reasons why the clubs insist on this championship format.”
What will be discussed at Monday’s Assembly?
“The Assembly is only convened with a pointor, it is an extraordinary assembly and it is to decide who will be Dimayor’s adviser on the issue of the televised process.”
Will you continue to lead Dimayor?
“This is a complex job, one makes mistakes in good faith, there will be people who do not like my leadership style or the way I make decisions, but many others may support management, it is management with many things to show me. , some good and some not so good, but all the clubs decide that.”
Will there be any changes to the relegation?
“From the first semester we always make notes on things that don’t work in the best way because many times competition and reality override the regulations, That’s one of the things written down to make a change.”
What will happen to the National – Pasto game on the fifth date?
“We’re looking at what to do and how to schedule everything, because obviously that throws the whole quarter off balance, but we’re looking at how much we can collaborate and how much it can be done, “We have to prioritize that Nacional uses Atanasio as a starter.”
Any change in the way you come down?
“That is another issue we will be discussing outside the extraordinary assembly tomorrow, where we are going to talk about football matters exclusively, it is one of the recommendations that it would have to be done one year in the future if it were to be implemented. “It can’t be done right away for the next tournament.”
About the television
“The idea is to give us good advice, come prepared when we can get offers, respecting all the rights of our operator and our partner, Win, and reach the market well prepared with an improved product and the best offer we can have. .. We are taking good advice because this is so dynamic and changes so fast that we do not know if in 2026 television will be what only guides the fate of football and will be the biggest income, we can be looking at another income. different platforms.”
Any changes to the VAR for 2025?
“There is no newsthat is a FIFA pilot used here in the U-20 Women’s World Cup and not approved for clubs“We have to wait for it to be approved, if that is approved it is an interesting solution.”
What are the key challenges Dimayor is currently facing in scheduling the Colombian football calendar?
Interview Between Time.news Editor and Fernando Jaramillo, President of Dimayor
Time.news Editor: Thank you for joining us today, Fernando. It’s a challenging time for Dimayor with several moving parts regarding the football calendar. What are the main difficulties you’re currently facing in scheduling the home runs, especially with the final of the Colombian Cup and the league?
Fernando Jaramillo: Thank you for having me! Yes, scheduling has become quite complicated. We’re trying to finalize the dates for the Cup final, but much depends on the outcomes of the semi-finals. We’re also awaiting a response regarding the three points awarded to Junior. Those factors significantly influence how we can structure our calendar.
Editor: Specifically, what will determine when the Cup final can be held?
Jaramillo: We don’t have a specific date yet, and that’s the tricky part. If teams like America and Nacional reach the finals, it complicates our scheduling even further because those teams would also be competing in the home runs. We want to ensure the final doesn’t clash with the key matches at the end of the home run phase. Ideally, we’re aiming to conclude the home run by December 8.
Editor: Is there a scenario where the final would take place on December 29?
Jaramillo: While it’s theoretically possible, it would require a lot of adjustments, including potential conflicts with scheduled concerts in Medellín and Bogotá, which have already been booked. The logistics of accommodating both events wouldn’t be ideal, and it’s certainly not our preference, but respecting prior commitments is essential.
Editor: Speaking of conflicts, when can fans expect the Bogota Classic?
Jaramillo: The Bogota Classic is scheduled for Monday the 25th. It’s necessary to navigate the concert schedule carefully, as the setup and teardown for those events affect stadium availability. We aim for a seamless transition to ensure fans have access to enjoy the match.
Editor: With all these scheduling challenges, how do you think Dimayor has handled its programming this year? Are there any specific mistakes you believe were made?
Jaramillo: Programming under these circumstances is incredibly complex. Many variables come into play, which can leave some clubs dissatisfied. I acknowledge we’ve made mistakes—decisions that affect clubs negatively at times. However, we do our best to create the most equitable conditions for all 36 clubs involved.
Editor: There seems to be concern around DIM’s precautionary measures and their impact on the championship. Could you clarify what the current situation is?
Jaramillo: DIM has every right to file appeals regarding any decisions made. As of now, the Disciplinary Committee has acted within the framework of the code, and unless notified otherwise by the CAS, the championship continues as scheduled.
Editor: Looking ahead to 2025, what can we expect in terms of the competition structure? Are there any significant changes on the horizon?
Jaramillo: The proposal for the 2025 calendar will largely mirror our current structure due to its effectiveness in terms of box office and fan engagement. While we discussed potential playoffs to alleviate scheduling pressures, the clubs preferred to maintain the classic championship format, which tells us a lot about their vision for competition.
Editor: before we conclude, can you share what will be discussed at the upcoming assembly on Monday?
Jaramillo: This extraordinary assembly will focus solely on appointing an advisor for Dimayor concerning the televised process. It’s crucial for pushing our football into a broader market effectively.
Editor: Thank you for your insights, Fernando. It sounds like it’s going to be a busy and pivotal time for Dimayor as you navigate these challenges.
Jaramillo: Thank you for having me. Indeed, it’s a complex job, but we’re committed to making the best possible choices for Colombian football.