Hernandez, Martinez trade goals as Real Espana draws Atletico Independiente
LA CEIBA, Honduras (Interstat) — Eddie Hernandez scored in the 24th minute and Isai Martinez equalized in the 80th as Atletico Independiente and Real Espana played to a 1-1 draw on Sunday in a global football game. Real Espana took the lead when Hernandez scored, and the visitors held it until Martinez came off the bench and struck for the home side. Hernandez played the full 90 minutes and finished with one goal. Martinez played 27 minutes and scored one goal. Atletico Independiente received five yellow cards, while Real Espana was shown two. Real Espana’s record in this competition is now 8-1-5, matching its mark across all competitions. Atletico Independiente is now 0-2-4 in this competition and across all competitions. The draw left Atletico Independiente still seeking its first win and denied Real Espana a victory after it had led for much of the match. Real Espana controlled stretches of the contest, but Atletico Independiente responded late to secure a share of the points.