Fans of Deportivo Cali clashed with police and caused disturbances in Pereira on Sunday, following their team’s match against Atlético Bucaramanga at the Estadio Américo Montanini.
Videos circulating on social media show the supporters involved in confrontations with the Policía Nacional along the La Romelia – El Pollo highway, a major route for travelers between the Valle del Cauca region and the departments of Risaralda and Caldas.
Reports on social media indicate the group too attacked individuals wearing Deportivo Pereira jerseys, vandalized local businesses and threw bottles and debris.
According to local news outlet Pereira Elige, the disturbances were caused by a group of individuals identifying as Deportivo Cali supporters. Community reports suggest the group was traveling back from their team’s match, creating tension in several areas of the Risaralda capital.
As of now, authorities have not released an official statement regarding the situation in Pereira.
Incidents involving Deportivo Cali fans following the team on the road have been a recurring issue over the years.
Valuable Draw for Deportivo Cali
Deportivo Cali secured a hard-fought 0-0 draw against Atlético Bucaramanga in Round 8 of the 2026 Apertura tournament, playing at the Estadio Américo Montanini in Bucaramanga. The match saw Deportivo Cali play with ten men for a significant portion after defender Fernando Álvarez was sent off.
“From a tactical standpoint, before the 34th minute [when Álvarez was sent off], I think the team was well positioned,” coach Alberto Gamero explained after the match. “After the 34th minute and in the second half with a man down, I think the players performed well, behaved well, and earned an significant point.”
“I think they did a very good job tactically. Today, a point was earned through their effort, their mentality, and the intelligent energy they set in to withstand Bucaramanga’s offensive pressure,” added the manager.
