🦈Tiburón turn it around: Atlético Nacional lose away in Barranquilla | OneFootball

Junior de Barranquilla claimed victory in the classic against Atlético Nacional with an exciting comeback at the Estadio Metropolitano Roberto Meléndez, winning 2-1 on matchday 20 of the Colombian League. The triumph not only gives the "Tiburones" three vital points, but also allows them to surpass a direct rival in the standings.

Atlético Nacional struck first and silenced the red-and-white home crowd in the 11th minute with a goal from Alfredo Morelos, assisted by Cristián Uribe. The "Verdolaga" maintained their lead and controlled the game until the end of the first half.

Junior’s response came in the second half with a flurry of goals that turned the score around. The equalizer came from Didier Moreno in the 54th minute, restoring hope for the fans. The winning goal and final euphoria erupted in the 66th minute, when Joel Canchimbo sealed the 2-1.

Despite Nacional’s offensive substitutions in search of an equalizer, Junior’s defense held firm, including a booking for Didier Moreno in stoppage time.

The victory allows Junior to climb to fifth place in the table, with 30 points, surpassing an Atlético Nacional side that remains in third. The result confirms Junior’s strength at home and injects a crucial dose of confidence as they head into the final phase of the tournament.

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