Fortaleza FC and the Antioquian Youth Team fought to a 2-2 draw in their latest encounter for the fifth round of the first division. The home team found the net thanks to Yony González (17’ 1H, penalty) and an own goal from Jordan Garcia (48’ 2H). On the visiting side, Kelvin Flórez delivered a standout performance, scoring twice (53’ and 64’ 2H), bringing life back to Fortaleza FC.
Flórez’s first goal came early in the second half when he rose high to head the ball past Wuilker Faríñez after an assist from Santiago Cuero, earning him the applause of the home fans. However, Yony González from Águilas Doradas missed a crucial penalty in the 16th minute of the first half which could have put his team ahead.
Kelvin Flórez was undoubtedly the star of the match, netting two goals and making five attempts on target. Jorge Rivaldo also shone for Águilas Doradas, showcasing his talent throughout the game.
The squad under coach Pablo De Muner played with a 4-3-3 formation, fielding Wuilker Faríñez as goalkeeper, with Javier Mena, Sebastián Rodríguez, Hernán Lópes and Delvin Alfonzo forming the defense. The midfield trio consisted of Frank Lozano, Harrinson Mancilla, and Auli Oliveros, while Yony González, Johan Caballero, and Wilson Morelo led the attack.
On the other hand, Sebastián Oliveros’s team lined up with a similar 4-3-3 formation, featuring Jordan Garcia in goal, with Jonathan Marulanda, Yesid Díaz, Harold Balanta, and Santiago Cuero in defense. The midfield was manned by Leonardo Pico, Kevin Balanta, and Andrés Ricaurte, with Andrés Amaya, Emilio Aristizábal, and Kelvin Flórez at the forefront.
The referee for the match held at the Alberto Grisales Stadium was Álvaro Meléndez Panneflek.
Looking ahead, the Antioquian Youth Team will play away against Once Caldas, while Fortaleza FC will host Pereira. This draw sees the home team earning 3 points in the tournament, placing them in the 18th position, while the visitors accumulate 9 points, putting them in third.
Substitutions for Águilas Doradas Rionegro
45’ 2H – Auli Oliveros off for Diego Hernández
59’ 2H – Wilson Morelo off for Royner Benítez
78’ 2H – Johan Caballero off for Matías Ramírez
89’ 2H – Frank Lozano off for Jorge Rivaldo and Delvin Alfonzo off for Dylan Lozano
Yellow Cards for Águilas Doradas Rionegro:
23’ 1H Wilson Morelo (verbally abusing the referee), 34’ 2H Royner Benítez (unsporting behavior), 37’ 2H Frank Lozano (unsporting behavior), 48’ 2H Jorge Rivaldo (removing shirt)
Red Card for Águilas Doradas Rionegro:
45’ 1H Harrinson Mancilla (direct red)
Substitutions for Fortaleza FC
66’ 2H – Yesid Díaz off for Luis Escorcia and Andrés Ricaurte off for Jhon Solís
72’ 2H – Andrés Amaya off for Andrés Arroyo
80’ 2H – Jonathan Marulanda off for Edwin Cabezas
Yellow Cards for Fortaleza FC:
16’ 1H Jordan Garcia (unsporting behavior), 28’ 2H Jonathan Marulanda (arguing with an opponent)