Millonarios head coach David González is facing mounting pressure ahead of Wednesday night’s Bogotá derby against Santa Fe. This early fixture from Matchday 17 of Colombia’s Liga BetPlay could determine the future of the struggling manager, who returns to the touchline after serving a suspension.
González has been criticized for his team’s lack of identity and poor results, particularly in high-stakes matches against traditional powerhouses like Medellín, Cali, and Junior. His failure to secure victories in these key encounters has raised doubts about his leadership, especially after Millonarios lost the previous derby to Santa Fe—a defeat that hadn’t occurred in over a year.
The pressure has reached a tipping point, with speculation growing that the club’s leadership may make a swift decision in the event of another loss. During Blu Radio’s Blog Deportivo, journalist Javier Hernández Bonnet suggested a potential managerial shake-up, saying: “If Millonarios loses to Santa Fe, there’ll be news by 10:30 p.m.”
For González, the derby has become a must-win scenario, not only to restore his credibility but to keep his job. The outcome of this crucial match could very well decide both the fate of Millonarios’ season and the future of its manager.
