Fortaleza CEIF and Independiente Santa Fe played to a 1-1 draw on February 7, 2026, in a Round 9 Colombian Liga BetPlay Apertura fixture at the Estadio Metropolitano de Techo.
Match Highlights
The match remained a defensive stalemate for much of the game before late drama unfolded in the final minutes.
- Opening Goal: After a scoreless first half, J. Salas broke the deadlock in the 80th minute, giving Fortaleza a 1-0 lead.
- Stoppage Time Equalizer: Independiente Santa Fe, known for playing until the final whistle, secured a point in the 93rd minute (90+3′) when Nahuel Bustos scored at the far post to level the match.
- Late Discipline: Fortaleza’s M. Pernia was involved in a key incident late in stoppage time (90+7′), shortly before the final whistle.Â
Key Match Statistics
| Statistic | Fortaleza CEIF | Independiente Santa Fe |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 1 | 1 |
| Possession | 62.2% | 37.8% |
| Shots on Goal | 0 | 2 |
| Shots Attempted | 4 | 3 |
| Saves | 2 | 0 |
League Standings Impact
Following the draw, both teams remained in the middle of the Apertura table:
- Independiente Santa Fe:Â 9th place with 6 points.
- Fortaleza CEIF:Â 11th place with 6 points.Â
Both teams continued a trend of frequent draws, with both sides having recorded three draws in their first four matches of the season.