Paisa Classic Set to Ignite Medellín with Brayan León and Alfredo Morelos

Medellín, Colombia – The highly anticipated Paisa Classic will take place on November 23, 2025, when local teams Independiente Medellín (DIM) and Atlético Nacional clash at the Atanasio Girardot Stadium. The match, starting at 5:45 p.m., is expected to draw immense attention, reflecting the pride and passion surrounding this historical rivalry.

Brayan León, known as the ‘red talisman’, and Alfredo ‘Búfalo’ Morelos will be key players to watch. León has been essential for DIM, having scored seven goals in the last ten encounters against Nacional. His last absence on October 26 forbade him from playing in a heated prior matchup that ended in a 5-2 defeat for DIM.

Morelos brings a transformed attitude to the field. Over the past months, he has embraced a new focus, asserting that, despite past criticisms for his impulsive style, he is now disciplined and ready to channel his energy into performance. ‘I respect everyone, and I aim to create my own legacy on the field,’ said Morelos.

The last significant clash between these two teams took place on December 3, 2023, during semi-finals, with DIM triumphing 5-0, but this time reflects a different stage as both teams vie for the final. The upcoming game is particularly crucial as both teams look to earn a spot in the finals, making the stakes especially high.

As of late, there are uncertainties about injuries impacting players like Washington Aguerre and Francisco Fydriszewski, adding to the suspense leading up to this classic match.

The rivalry continues to evolve, igniting competition and passion among fans while players like León and Morelos promise to uplift the experience. ‘We must win to maintain pressure and secure our places in the finals,’ asserted Morelos.