Chilean striker Rodrigo Holgado made his debut with the right foot in the América de Cali team by scoring a goal in the 3-0 victory over Atlético Nacional. The goal came in the 21st minute of the second half, just a few moments after entering the match corresponding to date 2 of the Colombian League 2024-I.
Holgado, who previously played for Coquimbo Unidos in Chile, demonstrated his skills by taking advantage of a cross from a corner kick to beat the defender who was marking him and connect with an impressive header that beat goalkeeper Harlen ‘Chipi Chipi’ Castillo. His score was fundamental for the Red team, which won the classic played at the Pascual Guerrero Olympic Stadium.
Rodrigo Holgado put his name in the history of América de Cali
The América de Cali forward entered the list of Argentines who scored on their debut in the entire history of the American team. Despite sounding like a “simple” record, only 14 players from that country are part of the prestigious list.
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Rodrigo “El Pirata” Holgado joins the list of Argentine players who make their League debut by scoring goals. Only 14 players out of 125 have achieved it.Eyebrows B 1960 ⚽️⚽️
Alfaro RR 1981 ⚽️⚽️
Gareca R 1985 ⚽️⚽️
Bovio E 1951 ⚽️
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— Your Red Skin (@TuPielRoja) January 29, 2024
Karanikola R 1966 ⚽️
Brave JJ 1968 ⚽️
Soma P 1969 ⚽️
Parents D 1971 ⚽️
Marín O 1971 ⚽️
Miori C 1980 ⚽️
Rizzi M 1981 ⚽️
Fernandez G 2010 ⚽️
Holgado R 2024 ⚽️— Your Red Skin (@TuPielRoja) January 29, 2024
Rodrigo Holgado’s numbers prior to his arrival at América de Cali
The Chilean attacker arrives with an outstanding scoring record, having managed to score 16 goals in 27 games during the 2023 season in the Chilean League. His incorporation into América de Cali has generated great expectations among fans, who hope that his offensive contribution will continue to be key for the team in future matches.
With this auspicious debut, Rodrigo Holgado shows that he has the potential to become an important piece in América de Cali’s tactical scheme. The talented forward confirms his scoring ability and stands out as one of the players to watch in the Colombian League.