In an exhilarating Champions League playoff match held at the Estadio Metropolitano on February 24, Ecuadorian central defender Joel Ordóñez made headlines by scoring a crucial goal for his team, Brujas, against Atlético de Madrid. This goal, which came in the 36th minute of the first half after a well-placed corner, helped Brujas level the match at 1-1, equalizing after they had fallen behind 0-1 earlier. The context of the game was significant since the first leg had ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw, making this decisive match critical for both teams aiming to advance to the knockout stage of the tournament.