In a thrilling encounter at the Metropolitano de Techo, Fortaleza FC faced Llaneros FC, resulting in a 1-1 draw in the Colombian league.
Llaneros FC took the lead early in the match, with striker Carlos Cortés converting a penalty in the 17th minute. However, Fortaleza FC equalized when Andrés Arroyo scored from the spot in the 54th minute of the second half.
Despite a strong performance, Fortaleza FC struggled to convert their chances, finishing the game with 9 shots on target and another 9 off target.
A notable statistic from the match was the two missed penalties: Teun Wilke shot wide in the 51st minute, and Kelvin Osorio followed suit, also failing to find the mark in the 74th minute.
Andrés Arroyo stood out as the player of the match for Fortaleza FC, netting 1 goal and attempting 4 shots.
On the opposing side, Carlos Cortés also had an excellent game, scoring 1 goal and taking 2 shots.
A highlight of the match came when Santiago Cuero of Fortaleza FC executed an impressive nutmeg on Llaneros’ midfielder Daniel Mantilla in the 88th minute.
Fortaleza FC’s coach, Sebastián Oliveros, employed a 4-5-1 tactical setup with Miguel Silva in goal; Joan Cajares, Yesid Díaz, Santiago Cuero, and David Ramírez forming the defense; Leonardo Pico, Sebastián Ramírez, Jhoiner Salas, Sebastián Navarro, and Jhon Velásquez in midfield; and Teun Wilke as the lone striker.
Meanwhile, Llaneros FC, under José Luis García, also lined up in a 4-5-1 formation with Miguel Ortega in goal; a defensive line consisting of Juan David Pertuz, Alejandro Moralez, Francisco Meza, and Jimmy Medranda; Marlon Sierra, Kelvin Osorio, Daniel Mantilla, Juan José Ramírez, and Kevin Caicedo in the midfield; and Carlos Cortés leading the attack.
Referee Carlos Betancur Gutiérrez officiated the match.
Looking ahead, Fortaleza FC will visit Cúcuta while Llaneros FC will host Águilas Doradas Rionegro in their next fixtures.
This draw places Fortaleza FC in sixth position in the standings with 5 points, while Llaneros FC also holds 5 points, maintaining fourth place.
Substitutions for Fortaleza FC
43’ 1T – Joan Cajares out for Andrés Arroyo
66’ 2T – Jhon Velásquez out for Julio Sinisterra
79’ 2T – Sebastián Ramírez out for Franco Pulicastro and Sebastián Navarro out for Andrés Amaya
Yellow Cards for Fortaleza FC:
29’ 1T – Joan Cajares (Foul to prevent the opponent from advancing), 27’ 2T – Miguel Silva (Unsporting behavior), 40’ 2T – Yesid Díaz (Insulting or expressing disapproval to the referee), and 41’ 2T – Julio Sinisterra (Unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for Llaneros FC
45’ 2T – Juan José Ramírez out for Léider Riascos
59’ 2T – Jimmy Medranda out for Edwin Laszo
61’ 2T – Kevin Caicedo out for Jhon Vásquez
65’ 2T – Carlos Cortés out for Eyder Restrepo and Jhoiner Salas out for Richardson Rivas
90’ 2T – Marlon Sierra out for Brian Benítez
Yellow Cards for Llaneros FC:
4’ 1T – Juan David Pertuz (Foul to prevent the opponent from advancing), 46’ 2T – Léider Riascos (Time wasting), 48’ 2T – Francisco Meza (Arguing with an opponent), and 51’ 2T – Daniel Mantilla (Foul to prevent the opponent from advancing)
Red Card for Llaneros FC:
40’ 1T – Juan David Pertuz (Red for a second yellow card)