In an exciting clash corresponding to the 7th round of the first division, the Mighty Mountain turned the tables on the Volcanics, securing a 2-1 victory fueled by two crucial goals from Francisco Fydriszewski. The match saw an unexpected lead for Pasto when David Camacho struck a powerful shot only 24 minutes into the first half, making it 1-0 in favor of the visitors.
Despite this early setback, the home team remained hopeful. Fydriszewski emerged as the hero for Independiente Medellín, equalizing the score with a goal at the 22nd minute of the second half and later netting the winning goal in the 31st minute, delivering a thrilling comeback.
Pasto had an opportunity to go ahead earlier when José Bernal hit the post just 10 minutes into the match, which could have shifted the momentum in their favor.
Fydriszewski had an outstanding performance, finding the net twice and attempting a total of 8 shots during the game. Leider Berrío also shined as he actively took 6 shots for Independiente Medellín.
Pasto’s head coach, Camilo Ayala, set up the team in a 3-5-2 formation, featuring Diego Martínez in goal; Santiago Jiménez, Andrés Alarcón, and Joyce Ossa at the back; José Bernal, Felipe Jaramillo, John Méndez, Juan Manuel Valencia, and Mauricio Castaño in midfield; along with David Camacho and Yoshan Valois leading the attack.
Meanwhile, Alejandro Restrepo’s side lined up in a 4-5-1 formation with Éder Chaux as goalkeeper; Leyser Chaverra, Fáiner Torijano, José Ortiz, and Daniel Londoño forming the defensive unit; Baldomero Perlaza, Halam Loboa, Jader Valencia, Leider Berrío, and Mender García in midfield; and Francisco Fydriszewski positioned up front.
Nolberto Ararat Mora officiated the match, ensuring fair play throughout.
Looking ahead, Pasto will visit Millonarios in their next match, while Independiente Medellín will host La Equidad in their upcoming fixture.
Currently, the home team stands in 16th place in the league with 5 points, while Pasto, with 13 points, sits comfortably in 3rd position.
Substitutions for Pasto:
58’ – John Méndez replaced by Freddy Espinal
59’ – José Bernal replaced by Luis Caicedo
77’ – David Camacho replaced by Facundo Boné
81’ – Felipe Jaramillo replaced by Willian Ordóñez and Yoshan Valois replaced by Jefferson Rivas
Yellow Cards for Pasto:
6’ – Joyce Ossa (Unsporting behavior)
26’ – Freddy Espinal (Unsporting behavior)
41’ – Mauricio Castaño (Unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for Independiente Medellín:
45’ – Mender García replaced by Esneyder Mena and José Ortiz replaced by Francisco Chaverra
62’ – Halam Loboa replaced by Luis Sandoval and Jader Valencia replaced by Jarlan Barrera
90’ – Francisco Fydriszewski replaced by Jhon Palacios
Yellow Card for Independiente Medellín:
35’ – Daniel Londoño (Unsporting behavior)