The Copa Colombia 2025 – Fase 1B serves as a qualification round for the Octavos de Final (Round of 16), featuring 16 teams: the top 8 clubs from the Primera A (Liga BetPlay) semifinalists and the top 8 from the Primera B (Torneo BetPlay) semifinalists. These teams compete in home-and-away knockout matches, with pairings based on their rankings, where top-ranked Liga clubs face lower-ranked Torneo B clubs. The first-leg matches are scheduled between July 29 and 31, 2025, while the return legs will be played from August 5 to 26, 2025. The 8 winners will advance to the Round of 16, joining the qualifiers from Fase 1A, as the tournament continues its path towards the final in November.
Copa Colombia 2025 Overview
An in‑depth overview of Fase 1B (octavos de final qualification) in the Copa Colombia 2025 (Copa BetPlay DIMAYOR):
Format & Structure of Fase 1B
• Fase 1B involves 16 teams that advanced to the cuadrangulares (semifinals) of the Apertura tournaments in both Primera A and Primera B each having 8 clubs.
• These are paired in home-and-away knockouts (direct-elimination ties), with matchups determined by ranking: the 1st place in the Liga faces the 8th place in the Torneo B, the 2nd vs. 7th, etc.
• The first legs are held between July 29–31, 2025, with the second legs spanning August 5–26, 2025.
• The 8 winners of these ties qualify for the Round of 16 (octavos), where they meet the 8 teams that advanced from Fase 1A.
Confirmed Participants in Fase 1B
• From Primera A (Liga BetPlay)
• América de Cali
• Millonarios FC
• Junior de Barranquilla
• Deportes Tolima
• Atlético Nacional
• Independiente Santa Fe
• Once Caldas
• Independiente Medellín
- From Primera B
• Jaguares de Córdoba
• Patriotas Boyacá
• Inter Palmira
• Cúcuta Deportivo
• Real Cundinamarca
• Atlético Huila
• Real Cartagena
• Tigres FC
Match Details
The known match details for Fase 1B (octavos de final qualification) of the Copa Colombia 2025—covering first-leg and return-leg fixtures:
Fase 1B – First‑Leg Matches (July 29–31, 2025)
Based on recent fixture updates from Flashscore :
• July 30
- Atlético Nacional vs. Cúcuta Deportivo
- Independiente Santa Fe vs. Inter Palmira
- Junior de Barranquilla vs. Atlético Huila
- Deportes Tolima vs. Real Cundinamarca
- América de Cali vs. Tigres FC
• July 31
- Once Caldas vs. Patriotas Boyacá
• August 1
- Independiente Medellín vs. Jaguares de Córdoba
- Millonarios vs. Real Cartagena
Fase 1B – Second‑Leg Matches (August 5–7, 2025)
As listed by Flashscore :
• August 5
- Cúcuta Deportivo vs. Atlético Nacional
• August 6
- Tigres FC vs. América de Cali
- Inter Palmira vs. Independiente Santa Fe
• August 7
- Patriotas Boyacá vs. Once Caldas
- Atlético Huila vs. Junior de Barranquilla
Venue Details – Fase 1B
The confirmed venue details for Fase 1B (first and second legs) of the Copa BetPlay DIMAYOR 2025, based on official and media reports:
First‑Leg Matches (July 29–31, 2025)
• Atlético Nacional vs. Cúcuta Deportivo — 6:00 p.m. at Estadio Atanasio Girardot, Medellín (capacity ~44,826)
• Independiente Santa Fe vs. Inter Palmira — 6:00 p.m. at Estadio Nemesio Camacho El Campín, Bogotá (~39,512 capacity)
• Deportes Tolima vs. Real Cundinamarca — 7:30 p.m. at Estadio Manuel Murillo Toro, Ibagué (~28,100)
• Junior vs. Atlético Huila — 7:30 p.m. at Estadio Metropolitano Roberto Meléndez, Barranquilla (~46,692)
• América de Cali vs. Tigres FC — 8:20 p.m. at Estadio Pascual Guerrero, Cali (~38,588)
• Once Caldas vs. Patriotas Boyacá — 7:30 p.m. at Estadio Palogrande, Manizales (~31,611)
• Independiente Medellín vs. Jaguares de Córdoba — 6:00 p.m. at Estadio Atanasio Girardot, Medellín
• Millonarios vs. Real Cartagena — 8:10 p.m. at Estadio Nemesio Camacho El Campín, Bogotá
Second‑Leg Matches (August)
• Cúcuta Deportivo vs. Atlético Nacional — 4:20 p.m. at Estadio General Santander, Cúcuta (local seat of Cúcuta Deportivo)
• Inter Palmira vs. Independiente Santa Fe — 8:00 p.m. at Estadio Francisco Rivera Escobar, Palmira (Inter’s home ground)
• Tigres FC vs. América de Cali — 8:00 p.m. at Estadio Metropolitano de Techo, Bogotá (~10,000, Tigres’ venue)
• Patriotas Boyacá vs. Once Caldas — 6:00 p.m. at Estadio La Independencia, Tunja (~20,630)
• Atlético Huila vs. Junior — 7:30 p.m. at Estadio Guillermo Plazas Alcid, Neiva (Atlético Huila’s stadium)
• Jaguares de Córdoba vs. Independiente Medellín — 6:00 p.m. at Estadio Jaraguay, Montería (local ground)
• Real Cundinamarca vs. Deportes Tolima — 7:00 p.m. at Estadio Metropolitano de Techo, Bogotá (Cundinamarca home base)
• Real Cartagena vs. Millonarios — 8:10 p.m. at Estadio Jaime Morón, Cartagena (Real Cartagena’s stadium)
Importance of Copa Colombia 2025 – Fase 1B
The Copa Colombia 2025 – Fase 1B (Octavos de Final Qualification) holds significant importance for several reasons:
1. Direct Path to International Competition
• The Copa Colombia champion earns a berth in the 2026 Copa Sudamericana, making this tournament a crucial alternative route for teams that might struggle to qualify through the Liga BetPlay standings.
• For Primera B teams, this is the only realistic path to continental football, making their participation in Fase 1B critical.
2. National Prestige & Silverware
• Winning the Copa BetPlay is a prestigious achievement in Colombian football, offering recognition and a national trophy for both top-tier (Primera A) and second-tier (Primera B) clubs.
• For clubs like Once Caldas, América de Cali, and Millonarios, the Cup serves as an opportunity to reinforce their status. For underdogs like Cúcuta Deportivo or Inter Palmira, it’s a chance to make history.
3. Financial Incentives (Indirect)
• While DIMAYOR eliminated direct monetary prizes for the 2025 edition, progressing to international tournaments like Copa Sudamericana brings significant commercial benefits, including:
- Increased sponsorship visibility.
- Enhanced ticket revenues for international matches.
- TV broadcasting rights share for continental fixtures.
4. Development & Exposure for Primera B Teams
• The format of Fase 1B gives Primera B clubs competitive matches against elite Liga sides in official fixtures, offering:
- Exposure for young talents.
- High-profile matchdays that can boost club visibility.
- A realistic shot at giant-killing upsets.
5. Rotations & Tactical Testing for Primera A Clubs
• For big clubs like Atlético Nacional, Millonarios, and Junior, Fase 1B offers a platform to:
- Rotate their squad and give minutes to youth or backup players.
- Experiment tactically without Liga BetPlay title pressure.
- Build competitive momentum ahead of key Liga and continental matches.
6. Knockout Drama & Early Elimination Threats
• Since the format is home-and-away direct elimination, every match matters. Top-flight clubs face real risk of early exits, while smaller teams dream of major upsets that could define their seasons.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Fase 1B of the Copa Colombia 2025 represents a decisive elimination round that bridges domestic competition with international ambitions. For Primera A clubs, it’s a crucial checkpoint to stay in contention for a national title and a coveted Copa Sudamericana spot, while for Primera B teams, it’s a rare and valuable opportunity to challenge top-tier opponents on a national stage. The knockout nature of the ties ensures high-stakes drama, where even established clubs must be cautious of potential upsets. Beyond trophies, this phase shapes financial prospects, player development pathways, and club prestige. The winners of Fase 1B will earn their place in the Round of 16, keeping their dreams alive in a tournament that offers both glory and tangible rewards.
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