In a captivating match that took place on the seventh date of the Colombian league, Fortaleza FC defeated Boyacá Chicó 2-1, thanks to a remarkable double from Andrés Arroyo. The first goal came just 1 minute into the game, when Arroyo unleashed an unstoppable shot, setting the tone for the match. The visitors equalized briefly in the first half with a goal from Ítalo Montaño Cortés at the 19th minute. However, Arroyo struck again in the 42nd minute of the second half to confirm the final score of 2-1.
Andrés Arroyo had a fantastic game, showing his attacking prowess by not only scoring two goals but also attempting three shots on goal. Another standout player for Fortaleza was Richardson Rivas, who also attempted three shots, showcasing the team’s offensive depth.
Fortaleza’s coach, Sebastián Oliveros, employed a 4-5-1 formation, featuring Miguel Silva in goal, a defense consisting of Joan Cajares, Yesid Díaz, Harold Balanta, and Santiago Cuero, a midfield of Leonardo Pico, Kevin Balanta, Andrés Amaya, Sebastián Navarro, and Andrés Arroyo, with Richardson Rivas leading the attack.
On the other hand, Boyacá Chicó, managed by Flabio Torres, set up in a 5-4-1 formation. Their lineup included Darío Denis in goal and a defensive line of Oscar Caicedo, Andrés Aedo, Arlen Banguero, Anyelo Saldaña, and Juan Quiceno. The midfield comprised Jeison Mena, Juan Díaz, Nicolás Valencia, and Yesus Cabrera, topping off with Ítalo Montaño Cortés up front.
Diego Ulloa Angulo officiated the match, ensuring that the game flowed smoothly.
Looking ahead, Fortaleza FC will face Once Caldas away in their next fixture, while Boyacá Chicó will play host to Águilas Doradas Rionegro. Currently, Fortaleza sits in eighth place in the league standings with 10 points, while Boyacá Chicó languishes in seventeenth with just 4 points.
Substitutions for Fortaleza FC
66’ 2T – Andrés Amaya replaced by Julio Sinisterra; Joan Cajares replaced by Jhon Martínez
78’ 2T – Richardson Rivas replaced by Jhon Palacios
Yellow Cards for Fortaleza FC:
46’ 2T – Yesid Díaz (Unsporting behavior); 50’ 2T – Miguel Silva
Substitutions for Boyacá Chicó
70’ 2T – Jeison Mena replaced by Delio Ramírez; Sebastián Navarro replaced by Jhon Velásquez
80’ 2T – Yesus Cabrera replaced by Julián Castillo
Yellow Cards for Boyacá Chicó:
24’ 1T – Andrés Aedo (Unsporting behavior); 31’ 1T – Jeison Mena (Unsporting behavior); 44’ 2T – Arlen Banguero (Unsporting behavior)