In the 10th round of the first division, U. Magdalena triumphed with a 3-1 victory over Junior. The match started brightly for the visitors, with Steven Rodríguez scoring a header just 6 minutes into the game. However, U. Magdalena showed remarkable resilience, overturning the scoreline to take control of the match. The impressive comeback featured goals from Fabián Cantillo (24’), Cristian Iguarán (37’), and Ricardo Márquez (81’). Their powerful strikes and set-piece execution shifted the momentum dramatically, allowing coach Carlos Silva’s team to celebrate a solid win.
In the 37th minute of the first half, Cristian Iguarán lifted the spirits of his teammates and the crowd. After receiving a brilliant pass from Ricardo Márquez, the forward expertly placed the ball into the bottom right corner, leaving the goalkeeper with no chance.
Junior’s hopes to level the match were dashed when Steven Rodríguez missed a crucial penalty in the 63rd minute of the second half, failing to capitalize on the opportunity.
Ricardo Márquez was notably the standout player for U. Magdalena, contributing significantly with one goal, two shots on target, and two successful passes.
Cristian Iguarán also shone, managing to net a goal and attempt two shots on target during the encounter.
U. Magdalena’s coach, Carlos Silva, set up his side in a 4-4-2 formation, featuring Joaquín Mattalía in goal; David Murillo, Nicolás Ramos, Héctor Urrego, and Jhon Lerma in defense; Dilan Ortíz, Fabián Cantillo, José Mercado, and Jannenson Sarmiento in midfield; with Cristian Iguarán and Ricardo Márquez leading the attack.
In contrast, Junior, managed by Alfredo Arias, utilized a 4-5-1 setup with Mauro Silveira in goal; Yeison Suárez, Javier Báez, Jermein Peña, and Jhomier Guerrero in defense; Guillermo Celis, Carlos Esparragoza, Jesús Rivas, Yimmi Chará, and José Enamorado in midfield; while Steven Rodríguez was the lone striker.
Referee Carlos Betancur Gutiérrez officiated the match at the Sierra Nevada Stadium.
Looking ahead, U. Magdalena will travel to face Santa Fe next, while Junior will host La Equidad in their upcoming fixture.
This result leaves U. Magdalena with 11 points in the league, sitting in 11th place, while Junior leads with 20 points at the top.
Substitutions for U. Magdalena
76’ 2T – Cristian Iguarán was replaced by Joel Contreras 78’ 2T – Jannenson Sarmiento was substituted by Jimmy Congo and Steven Rodríguez by Jefersson Martínez 83’ 2T – José Mercado came off for Roberto Hinojoza 91’ 2T – Dilan Ortíz was replaced by Jesús Peñaloza and Ricardo Márquez by Edgar Lastre.
Yellow Cards for U. Magdalena:
34’ 1T – David Murillo (Unsporting behavior), 34’ 1T – Jesús Peñaloza (Arguing with an opponent), 44’ 1T – Dilan Ortíz (Repeated fouls), 47’ 1T – Ricardo Márquez (Unsporting behavior), 11’ 2T – Héctor Urrego (Unsporting behavior), and 52’ 2T – Joaquín Mattalía (Delay of game).
Substitutions for Junior:
53’ 2T – Guillermo Celis was replaced by Teófilo Gutiérrez 70’ 2T – Yimmi Chará was substituted by Bryan Castrillón 79’ 2T – Jhomier Guerrero came off for John Salazar 80’ 2T – Jesús Rivas was replaced by Didier Moreno.
Yellow Cards for Junior:
21’ 1T – Guillermo Celis (Unsporting behavior) and 43’ 2T – José Enamorado (Unsporting behavior).
Red Card for Junior:
29’ 2T – Mauro Silveira (Direct red card).