The match, held at the Estadio Atanasio Girardot, saw At. Nacional outperform La Equidad with a solid performance, claiming three valuable points in the league. The first goal of the game came from Juan Manuel Zapata, who struck early in the match at the 2-minute mark of the first half. Andrés Sarmiento later extended the lead with another well-executed goal in the 33rd minute.
La Equidad managed to reduce the deficit early in the second half, thanks to Kevin Parra’s goal just four minutes after the break. However, despite their efforts to turn the game around, they were unable to score again and succumbed to a header from Alfredo Morelos that sealed the match with a final score of 3-1.
The standout player of the match was Marino Hinestroza, who played a crucial role in At. Nacional’s midfield, completing two successful passes and attempting four shots on goal.
Alfredo Morelos also had a notable performance, scoring one goal and registering two shots on target. The tactical setup of At. Nacional featured a 4-5-1 formation under coach Javier Gandolfi, with David Ospina guarding the goal, while Joan Castro, Juan Arias, William Tesillo, and Andrés Salazar formed the defensive line. In midfield, Matheus Uribe, Juan Manuel Zapata, Marino Hinestroza, Edwin Cardona, and Andrés Sarmiento orchestrated the play, leaving Morelos as the lone striker upfront.
In contrast, La Equidad, managed by Diego Merino, also lined up in a 4-5-1 formation with Eduar Beltrán in goal, supported defensively by Yair Abonia, Daniel Rodas, Carlos Vivas, and Yulián Gómez. Their midfield consisted of José Masllorens, Manuel Mónaco, Samir Mayo, Juan Castilla, and Joider Micolta, while Kevin Parra led the attack.
The match was officiated by referee Bismark Santiago Pitalua.
For the upcoming fixtures, At. Nacional is set to visit Pereira, while La Equidad will face Millonarios at the Estadio Centenario in Armenia. Following this match, At. Nacional tops the table with 6 points, while La Equidad finds itself in 15th place with just 1 point in the tournament.
Substitutions for At. Nacional
68’ 2T – Matheus Uribe was substituted by Elkin Rivero and Edwin Cardona was replaced by Billy Arce.
77’ 2T – Alfredo Morelos came off for Facundo Batista.
86’ 2T – Andrés Sarmiento was replaced by Juan Obando, Marino Hinestroza by Juan José Rosa, Kevin Parra by Fabian Chaverra, and Joider Micolta by Dairo Peña.
Disciplinary Actions for At. Nacional
6’ 2T – Matheus Uribe received a yellow card for unsporting behavior, and 7’ 2T – Edwin Cardona was cautioned for insulting the referee.
Substitutions for La Equidad
45’ 2T – Manuel Mónaco was substituted by Franco González.
74’ 2T – Juan Castilla came off for Deyson Copete.