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Junior de Barranquilla eliminated from cup by their own reserve team
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Junior de Barranquilla eliminated from cup by their own reserve team

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Junior de Barranquilla was shockingly eliminated from the Colombian Cup by their own reserve team, Barranquilla FC.
  • The match ended 3-3, with Barranquilla FC winning the penalty shootout 5-3.
  • The result is considered a major upset, as Barranquilla FC serves as a feeder club for Junior.

In a bizarre turn of events, Colombian football club Junior de Barranquilla has been eliminated from the Copa Colombia by their own developmental squad, Barranquilla FC. The shocking upset occurred in the first round of the competition, leaving fans and pundits stunned.

The match concluded with a 3-3 aggregate score, forcing a penalty shootout. Barranquilla FC emerged victorious with a 5-3 win on penalties, ousting one of the country's most prominent teams. The result has sent ripples throughout Colombian football, highlighting the close relationship between the two clubs.

Barranquilla FC has long served as a "nursery" for Junior, nurturing young talent that often progresses to the first team. The irony of the situation is palpable, as Junior was eliminated by players who are groomed to be its future stars. This unprecedented outcome is already being labeled as one of the biggest upsets in the history of the tournament, with Barranquilla FC celebrating a historic qualification against its "big brother."

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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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