In an exciting encounter on Thursday, Deportivo Cali and Fortaleza FC ended their match with a score of 1-1, in the third matchday of the tournament.
Fortaleza FC took an early lead with a goal from Avilés Hurtado in the 11th minute of the first half. However, the visiting side managed to equalize with a goal from Jhon Martínez in the 36th minute of the second half.
The standout player of the match was Jhon Martínez, who not only scored the equalizer but also took three shots on goal. Avilés Hurtado also shined for Deportivo Cali, matching Martínez’s effort with a goal and three attempts on the opposing net.
Fabián Viáfara, the defender for Deportivo Cali, electrified the crowd with a flashy nutmeg on Kelvin Flórez during the 21st minute of the first half.
Alberto Gamero, the coach of Deportivo Cali, opted for a 4-4-2 formation, with Alejandro Rodríguez in goal; Fabián Viáfara, Guzmán Corujo, Joaquín Varela, and Andrés Correa forming the defensive line; Luis Orejuela, Yeison Gordillo, Yani Quintero, and Fabián Castillo in midfield; and a forward pairing of Andrey Estupiñán and Avilés Hurtado.
Meanwhile, Sebastián Oliveros employed a similar 4-4-2 setup for Fortaleza FC, featuring Cristian Santander in goal; Jonathan Marulanda, Luis Escorcia, Yesid Díaz, and Sebastián Valencia in defense; Cristian Mosquera, Leonardo Pico, Ronaldo Pájaro, and Kelvin Flórez in midfield; with Jhon Martínez and Andrés Arroyo leading the attack.
The referee for this encounter at Palmaseca was Liz Suárez Tejada.
Looking ahead, Deportivo Cali will visit Bucaramanga in their next outing, while Fortaleza FC will host Alianza FC. With this draw, Deportivo Cali has gathered 2 points in the tournament, placing them 14th. In contrast, Fortaleza FC stands second with 7 points.
Substitutions for Deportivo Cali
45’ 2T – Fabián Viáfara off for Cristian Graciano, Cristian Mosquera off for Andrés Amaya
70’ 2T – Luis Orejuela off for Juan Arango, Fabián Castillo off for Jhon Aponzá
85’ 2T – Avilés Hurtado off for Jaider Moreno
Cautions for Deportivo Cali:
14’ 1T Guzmán Corujo (Unsporting behavior), 27’ 1T Luis Orejuela (Unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for Fortaleza FC
56’ 2T – Andrés Arroyo off for Andrés Ricaurte, Yani Quintero off for Rafael Bustamante
69’ 2T – Kelvin Flórez off for Jhoiner Salas
77’ 2T – Ronaldo Pájaro off for Kevin Balanta, Sebastián Valencia off for Santiago Cuero
Cautions for Fortaleza FC:
35’ 1T Cristian Mosquera (Unsporting behavior), 13’ 2T Yesid Díaz (Holding a rival to prevent forward progress), 28’ 2T Ronaldo Pájaro (Unsporting behavior), 32’ 2T Andrés Amaya (Unsporting behavior)