In the second round of the Colombian league, Fortaleza FC managed to secure a goalless draw against La Furia Matecaña at the Armenia stadium.
The standout performer of the match was Miguel Silva, the goalkeeper for Fortaleza FC, who showcased his skills by saving four shots on goal.
Defensively, Santiago Aguilar was also crucial for Pereira, effectively clearing three dangerous balls from the area.
Pereira’s coach, Arturo Reyes, set his team up in a 4-5-1 formation, featuring Jorge Martínez in goal; Walmer Pacheco, Julián Bazán, Santiago Aguilar, and Eber Moreno in defense; a midfield trio of Jorge Bermúdez, Nicolás Rengifo, Jordy Monroy, and Sebastián Acosta, with Yuber Quiñones providing support to lone striker Marco Pérez.
Meanwhile, Sebastián Oliveros’ Fortaleza FC lined up with a 4-3-3 formation, with Miguel Silva guarding the net; a defensive line consisting of Joan Cajares, Harold Balanta, Yesid Díaz, and Miguel Ángel Pernía; a midfield trio of Leonardo Pico, Sebastián Navarro, and Kevin Balanta; and a forward line featuring Andrés Arroyo, Teun Wilke, and Jhoiner Salas.
The referee officiating the match at Armenia was Carlos Márquez Ortega.
In their next matches, Pereira will travel to face Santa Fe, while Fortaleza FC will host Llaneros FC.
Following this encounter, Pereira now holds 1 point, positioned 13th on the league table, while Fortaleza FC finds themselves in 2nd place with a total of 4 points.
Substitutions for Pereira
45’ 2T – Sebastián Acosta off for Miguel Aguirre; Sebastián Navarro off for Andrés Amaya.
66’ 2T – Marco Pérez off for Luis Miguel Palacios.
87’ 2T – Yuber Quiñones off for Santiago Alzate.
Yellow Cards for Pereira:
9’ 2T – Walmer Pacheco (Unsporting behavior).
Substitutions for Fortaleza FC
61’ 2T – Miguel Ángel Pernía off for Santiago Cuero; Jhoiner Salas off for Richardson Rivas.
73’ 2T – Teun Wilke off for Jhon Velásquez.
79’ 2T – Kevin Balanta off for Sebastián Ramírez.
Yellow Cards for Fortaleza FC:
4’ 1T – Sebastián Navarro (Unsporting behavior); 6’ 2T – Andrés Amaya (Unsporting behavior); 22’ 2T – Kevin Balanta (Unsporting behavior); 24’ 2T – Richardson Rivas (Unsporting behavior).