Atlético Nacional hosts Alianza FC at Atanasio Girardot Stadium in the eighth round of Liga BetPlay 2026, aiming to recover from a recent 1-0 defeat against Deportivo Cali. The match is scheduled for Saturday, February 21, at 6:20 p.m. Colombia time, broadcast on Win Sports. Nacional seeks a fourth home victory and will field David Ospina as goalkeeper, with a lineup that includes Juan Manuel Rengifo, Alfredo Morelos, and a defensive line comprising Andrés Román, Simón García, William Tesillo (absent due to injury), and Samuel Velásquez. The team will play in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Jorman Campuzano returning to the starting XI after recovery, alongside Matheus Uribe in midfield. The coach, Diego Arias, faces tactical decisions, including whether to start Juan Manuel Rengifo or Edwin Cardona, and how to replace William Tesillo. Nacional's recent performance has been strong at home, with victories over Boyacá Chicó, América de Cali, and Fortaleza, and aims to maintain this streak against a struggling Alianza FC, last in the standings with only two points and limited offensive production. The match also marks the anticipated debut of Chicho Arango at home. The game holds significance for Nacional’s confidence ahead of an upcoming Copa Sudamericana match against Millonarios on March 4. Meanwhile, Alianza, under new coach Camilo Ayala, is seeking its first win of the season, with offensive struggles evident from only two goals scored in five matches. The game is critical for both teams' standings and morale.