2024-01-22 16:02:38
The Ecuadorian team began its path in the Under 23 Pre-Olympic with a surprising and overwhelming victory over its counterpart from Colombia.
With a double from Yaimar Medina (71′, 89′) and a goal from Christopher Zambrano (86′), Ecuador started this competition on the right foot by beating an expressionless Colombian team 3-0 that played from the 24th minute with one man less for the expulsion of full-back Jimer Fory.
With several important absences, Ecuador fielded a compact team with García Cajas and Oscar Quiñónez in defense, Erick Plúas in containment, Pedro Vite in game generation and Justin Cuero as an attacking reference.
Taking advantage of their numerical superiority, Ecuador created the clearest chances throughout the match, but it was in the second half where they showed enviable efficiency.
After dominating their rival, the “Tricolor” found their prize in the 71st minute with a great goal from Yaimar Medina, who had entered minutes before. This footballer was the great figure of the match, since he scored a double and participated in Zambrano’s goal.
Ecuador could have scored a goal more, but John Mercado missed a penalty in the final stretch of the match.
Those led by Miguel Bravo added three golden points that leave them well on their way to the next duel in group A against Venezuela (Tuesday 23-6:00 p.m.).
By: Orbita Deportiva
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