Fortaleza U19 Edge Maracaneiros 2‑1 in Colombian Youth League

Fortaleza U19 secured a hard‑fought 2‑1 victory over Maracaneiros U19 in the Colombian U19 League on July 4. The result keeps Fortaleza’s playoff hopes alive while denting Maracaneiros’ recent momentum.

Maracaneiros started brightly on home soil and took an early lead in the 9th minute. Winger Juan David Rojas cut inside his marker and unleashed a curling shot that beat the Fortaleza keeper at his near post. The early goal energised the hosts, who continued to press but failed to extend their advantage.

Fortaleza gradually grew into the game and equalised in the 38th minute. A well‑delivered free kick found striker Andrés Felipe Moreno, who nodded home from six yards out. The visitors then took control of the midfield, forcing Maracaneiros onto the back foot as half‑time approached.

The decisive moment came in the 63rd minute. Fortaleza midfielder Santiago Londoño pounced on a loose ball after a corner and rifled a shot through a crowd of players into the net. Maracaneiros pushed for an equaliser in the final quarter but could not break down a disciplined Fortaleza defence.

The victory lifts Fortaleza into the upper half of the table, while Maracaneiros will look to regroup after suffering their third defeat of the season. Both teams remain in contention for a spot in the end‑of‑year playoffs.