The match between Envigado and La Equidad failed to produce a winner as both teams settled for a draw in this fourth round encounter.
Envigado found themselves trailing when Manuel Mónaco scored for La Equidad in the 77th minute, sending shockwaves through their home crowd. However, the home team managed to level the score late in the game with Didier Palacios finding the back of the net in the 87th minute, ensuring a dramatic finish.
Manuel Mónaco was undoubtedly the standout player of the match, showcasing his skills with a well-timed goal and registering five shots on target throughout the game.
On the other hand, Didier Palacios played a pivotal role in Envigado’s defense, not only scoring their equalizer but also clearing two dangerous attempts from La Equidad.
Envigado’s head coach, Andrés Orozco, employed a 4-5-1 formation, featuring Andrés Tovar in goal; a defensive line of Neymar Uribe, Didier Palacios, Jhon Gamboa, and Juan Holguín; a midfield comprising Edison López, Julián Palacios, Rubio España, William Hurtado, and Luis Diaz; with Bayron Garcés leading the attack.
Conversely, La Equidad, under the guidance of Diego Merino, also set up in a 4-5-1 formation, with Yimy Gómez as their goalkeeper; a defense consisting of Yair Abonia, Carlos Vivas, Brayan Montaño, and Yulián Gómez; a midfield of José Masllorens, Kevin Parra, Franco González, Jean Carlos Colorado, and Samir Mayo; and Jovanny Bolívar in the forward position.
Refereeing duties were handled by Mauricio Mercado Palencia.
Looking ahead, Envigado is set to face Pasto in their next fixture, while La Equidad will be hosting U. Magdalena at the Centenario Stadium in Armenia. Currently, Envigado sits in eighth place with five points, closely followed by La Equidad in ninth place, also with five points.
Substitutions for Envigado
57’ 2T – Edison López was replaced by Luis Gomez; William Hurtado left the pitch for Nilzo Ramirez.
69’ 2T – Bayron Garcés was substituted by Miguel Marulanda.
82’ 2T – Rubio España exited for Jhon Araujo.
83’ 2T – Neymar Uribe was replaced by Tomás Soto.
Substitutions for La Equidad
45’ 2T – Samir Mayo was substituted by Juan Castilla; Franco González came off for Joider Micolta, and Kevin Parra was replaced by Manuel Mónaco.
74’ 2T – Jovanny Bolívar was taken off for Juan Valencia.
90’ 2T – José Masllorens left the field for Deyson Copete.
Yellow Card for La Equidad:
9’ 1T Carlos Vivas (Unsporting conduct)