This Saturday, At. Nacional triumphed over the Young Team of Antioquia with a score of 2-1 in a thrilling encounter during matchday 19 of the top division. The home side took the lead early in the first half at the 12-minute mark through a well-executed play. However, Águilas Doradas Rionegro quickly responded, leveling the score in the 38th minute with a goal from Jean Pineda.
The decisive moment came just three minutes into the second half when Edwin Cardona showcased his skill by scoring from the penalty spot, sealing a final score of 2-1.
In a critical juncture of the match, Jorge Obregón of Águilas Doradas Rionegro failed to convert a penalty awarded in the 26th minute of the first half, leaving his team without the equalizer.
Edwin Cardona’s performance solidified his status as the standout player of the match, registering 1 goal and attempting 4 shots on target. Another key player was Alfredo Morelos, who demonstrated his goal-scoring abilities by attempting 6 shots throughout the game.
Under the guidance of coach Diego Arias, At. Nacional started the game with a 4-5-1 formation featuring David Ospina in goal; a defensive line consisting of Andrés Román, Simón García, William Tesillo, and Camilo Cándido; midfielders Matheus Uribe, Jorman Campuzano, Marino Hinestroza, Edwin Cardona, and Juan Bauzá; with Alfredo Morelos leading the attack.
On the other hand, Jonathan Risueño’s squad, the Águilas Doradas Rionegro, deployed a similar 4-5-1 formation with Wuilker Faríñez guarding the net; a defense comprising Mateo Puerta, Harrinson Mancilla, Hernán López, and Javier Mena; midfield players Jean Pineda, Frank Lozano, Johan Caballero, Juan Ávalo, and Matías Ramírez; and Jorge Obregón up front.
Match referee Jhon Ospina Londoño officiated the encounter at the Estadio Atanasio Girardot.
Looking ahead, At. Nacional will visit Junior in their next outing, while Águilas Doradas Rionegro will host Tolima at home. Following this result, the home team now has accumulated 37 points in the tournament, placing them in second position. Meanwhile, the visitors hold 27 points, currently sitting in seventh place.
Substitutions for At. Nacional
61’ 2H – Juan Bauzá was replaced by Marlos Moreno
74’ 2H – Edwin Cardona was substituted for Juan Rengifo and Alfredo Morelos for Facundo Batista
75’ 2H – William Tesillo was replaced by César Haydar
86’ 2H – Marino Hinestroza was substituted for Andy Batioja
Yellow Cards for At. Nacional:
17’ 2H William Tesillo (Time-wasting), 28’ 2H Marlos Moreno (Unsportsmanlike conduct), 43’ 2H Camilo Cándido (Time-wasting), 44’ 2H Jorman Campuzano (Time-wasting) and 48’ 2H Andrés Román (Unsportsmanlike conduct)
Substitutions for Águilas Doradas Rionegro
20’ 1H – Johan Caballero was replaced by Fabián Charales
55’ 2H – Harrinson Mancilla was substituted for Royner Benítez
77’ 2H – Juan Ávalo was replaced by Tomás Salazar, Fabián Charales for Delvin Alfonzo, and Mateo Puerta for Juan Palacio
Yellow Card for Águilas Doradas Rionegro:
16’ 2H Fabián Charales (Unsportsmanlike conduct)