Independiente del Valle: Ecuador's surprising success story in the Copa Libertadores 2016

Many did not bet on this Independiente del Valle from Ecuador. Through effort, they made it among the best by defeating River Plate, Boca Juniors, and tonight they played the first leg of the Copa Libertadores 2016 final against Atlético Nacional in Quito.

The Ecuadorian team did not have an easy time against the 'verdolagas' at home. Especially because in the 36th minute, forward Orlando Berrío scored for the visitors with a powerful right-footed shot from outside the box.

In the second half, Independiente del Valle had few dangerous plays towards Atlético Nacional's goal. That is until the 87th minute, when Junior Sornoza took a free kick and sent a cross that found defender Arturo Mina.

Mina managed to shake off a defender and headed the ball. The ball was initially blocked by goalkeeper Armani, but in the rebound, Mina scored the final 1-1 at the Olímpico Atahualpa.

Now, we only have to wait a week to find out who will be the champion of America. If they remain tied in Colombia, they will go to extra time and also to a penalty shootout.