In an impressive display, At. Nacional triumphed over Fortaleza FC with a score of 4-1 during the sixth round of the Colombian league on Thursday. Leading the charge was striker Alfredo Morelos, who scored twice—once in the 34th minute of the first half and again in the 58th minute from the penalty spot. The Green’s other goals were scored by Milton Casco in the 52nd minute and Marlos Moreno in the 75th minute. For Fortaleza, Andrés Amaya brought some excitement by scoring in the 54th minute.
Morelos initially had a chance to boost his team’s lead by converting a penalty in the 25th minute of the first half, but he missed the opportunity.
Throughout the match, Alfredo Morelos stood out as the key player, finishing with two goals and six shots on target, showcasing his exceptional skill on the field.
Defensively, Milton Casco was pivotal for At. Nacional, contributing not only in defense but also adding a goal to the scoreline.
Coach Diego Arias utilized a 4-5-1 formation, featuring Harlen Castillo in goal, with a backline made up of Andrés Román, Simón García, César Haydar, and Milton Casco. The midfield was composed of Juan Manuel Zapata, Matheus Uribe, Nicolas Rodriguez, Juan Rengifo, and Andrés Sarmiento, while Alfredo Morelos led the attack.
On the other side, Sebastián Oliveros deployed a 4-3-3 formation for Fortaleza FC, with Miguel Silva as the goalkeeper and a defensive line that included Joan Cajares, Yesid Díaz, Harold Balanta, and Santiago Cuero. Leonardo Pico, Sebastián Navarro, and Kevin Balanta formed the midfield trio, while the attacking trio comprised Andrés Amaya, Richardson Rivas, and Andrés Arroyo.
The match referee, Carlos Ortega Jaimes, oversaw the game at the Estadio Atanasio Girardot.
Upcoming, At. Nacional will host Jaguares, while Fortaleza FC will face Boyacá Chicó at home.
Following this match, At. Nacional now holds 9 points, placing them fifth in the standings, while Fortaleza FC remains at 7 points, positioned thirteenth in the league.
Substitutions for At. Nacional
66’ 2T – Marlos Moreno for Andrés Sarmiento, Jorman Campuzano for Juan Manuel Zapata, and Jhon Velásquez for Andrés Amaya
72’ 2T – Dairon Asprilla for Alfredo Morelos, Edwin Cardona for Matheus Uribe
77’ 2T – Juan José Rosa for Nicolas Rodriguez
Bookings for At. Nacional:
29’ 1T Juan Manuel Zapata (Unsporting behavior), 59’ 2T Alfredo Morelos (Unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for Fortaleza FC
45’ 2T – Teun Wilke for Richardson Rivas
76’ 2T – David Ramìrez for Kevin Balanta, Julio Sinisterra for Sebastián Navarro
83’ 2T – Cristian Orozco for Andrés Arroyo
Bookings for Fortaleza FC:
21’ 1T Kevin Balanta (Unsporting behavior), 48’ 2T Teun Wilke (Unsporting behavior)
Red Card for Fortaleza FC:
69’ 2T Teun Wilke (Red card for two yellow cards)