Atlético Junior defeated Fortaleza CEIF 2-1 this Saturday, August 17, in a match of round 6, ending the visiting team’s unbeaten streak. The shark added three important points, especially for morale, ahead of their challenge in the Copa Libertadores: this Tuesday, the 20th, they will face Colo Colo from Chile in the round of 16.
Many rumors have circulated about Arturo Reyes’s continuation, but the coach defends himself with results. This Saturday, a tough match was played at the Metropolitano stadium, but his players showed they have the strength to tackle the semester and secure three points in the Liga BetPlay II-2024.
Carlos Bacca opened the scoring in the 14th minute from the penalty spot, after VAR approved the play and penalized Fortaleza. With the score at 1-0, Junior gained confidence and constantly attacked.
However, in the 18th minute, the Amix equalized with a great header from Santiago Córdoba. But Junior did not give up and managed to score the 2-1 goal with a great run and even better shot by Luis ‘Cariaco’ González.
The Barranquilla team found their best player in Yairo Moreno, who helped secure the victory in Liga II.