The much-anticipated encounter between Independiente Medellín and At. Nacional finished without any goals, concluding the match as a 0-0 draw in the second round of Group A in the primary division.
David Ospina emerged as the standout player, showcasing his skills by stopping a total of 9 shots directed at his goal. His performance was crucial in maintaining the clean sheet for At. Nacional.
On the other side, Kevin Mantilla was vital for Independiente Medellín, effectively clearing 10 balls from the danger zone, solidifying his role as a key defender in the match.
Independiente Medellín’s coach, Alejandro Restrepo, deployed a 3-6-1 formation, featuring Washington Aguerre in goal, with a defensive line made up of Leyser Chaverra, Kevin Mantilla, and Daniel Londoño. The midfield included Esneyder Mena, Baldomero Perlaza, Jaime Alvarado, Leider Berrío, and Juan David Arizala, while Brayan León led the attack.
Meanwhile, Diego Arias, the manager for At. Nacional, opted for a 4-5-1 setup, placing David Ospina as the goalkeeper. The defense consisted of Andrés Román, Simón García, William Tesillo, and Camilo Cándido, backed up by Jorman Campuzano, Matheus Uribe, Marino Hinestroza, Edwin Cardona, and Marlos Moreno in midfield, with Alfredo Morelos at the front.
Referee Luis Delgado Hurtado oversaw the off-field action at the Atanasio Girardot Stadium.
Looking ahead to the next round, Independiente Medellín will travel to face América de Cali, while At. Nacional will take on Junior at home.
Substitutions for Independiente Medellín
62’ 2T – Leider Berrío out for Alexis Serna; Jarlan Barrera out for Francisco Fydriszewski.
79’ 2T – Juan David Arizala out for Francisco Chaverra.
90’ 2T – Kevin Mantilla out for Fáiner Torijano.
Yellow Cards for Independiente Medellín:
41’ 1T Brayan León (Unsporting behavior).
Substitutions for At. Nacional
61’ 2T – Marlos Moreno out for Juan Bauzá.
73’ 2T – Edwin Cardona out for Juan Rengifo.
84’ 2T – Alfredo Morelos out for Facundo Batista; Marino Hinestroza out for Andrés Salazar.
Yellow Cards for At. Nacional:
44’ 1T Marlos Moreno (Unsporting behavior); 47’ 1T Edwin Cardona (Unsporting behavior); 31’ 2T Jorman Campuzano (Unsporting behavior).