On Friday, Fortaleza FC triumphed with a score of 1-0 against Alianza FC in their first league match of the Colombian season. The decisive goal came in the 36th minute of the second half from Richardson Rivas, who sent a powerful shot from the penalty area that left the goalkeeper with no chance.
The match saw an impressive performance from Rivas, who not only scored the winning goal but was a constant threat throughout the game. His teammate, Joan Cajares, showcased strong defensive skills, contributing significantly to the team’s success.
In a thrilling moment at the 90-minute mark, Fortaleza’s forward Teun Wilke executed an impressive nutmeg, skillfully playing the ball between the legs of Alianza’s defender Yilson Rosales.
Coach Sebastián Oliveros deployed a 4-3-3 tactical setup for Fortaleza FC, featuring Miguel Silva in goal; a backline of Jonathan Marulanda, Harold Balanta, Yesid Díaz, and Miguel Ángel Pernía; a midfield trio of Leonardo Pico, Kevin Balanta, and Sebastián Navarro; and a forward line of Andrés Arroyo, Juan Herrera, and Jhoiner Salas.
Meanwhile, Alianza FC, led by Hubert Bodhert, also opted for a 4-3-3 formation, with Juan Chaverra guarding the goal; defenders Yilson Rosales, Juan Viveros, Pedro Franco, and Eduard Banguero; midfielders Ever Meza, Carlos Esparragoza, and Wiston Fernández; and forwards Sergio Aponzá, Carlos Lucumí, and Josy Pérez.
Referee Edwin Trujillo Castro officiated the match, ensuring smooth play throughout the contest.
Looking ahead, Fortaleza FC will travel to face Pereira in their next match, while Alianza FC will visit Tolima. Currently, Fortaleza FC occupies the second position in the league with 3 points, while Alianza FC remains at the bottom of the table with no points.
Substitutions for Fortaleza FC
11’ 1T – Juan Herrera out for Teun Wilke
45’ 2T – Jhoiner Salas out for Richardson Rivas and Jonathan Marulanda out for Joan Cajares
70’ 2T – Sebastián Navarro out for Andrés Amaya
Yellow Cards for Fortaleza FC:
28’ 2T – Leonardo Pico (Unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for Alianza FC
64’ 2T – Ever Meza out for Charly Villegas
69’ 2T – Sergio Aponzá out for Felipe Pardo and Miguel Ángel Pernía out for Santiago Cuero
84’ 2T – Josy Pérez out for Yeiner Londoño, Carlos Esparragoza out for Jhonier Valencia, and Carlos Lucumí out for Jeison Osorio
Yellow Cards for Alianza FC:
16’ 1T – Carlos Esparragoza (Unsporting behavior)