In the run-up to the grand final of the BetPlay League, the atmosphere became hostile for Junior de Barranquilla in their concentration hotel.

A group of Deportes Tolima fans, determined to play their own game outside the fields, approached the vicinity of the visiting team’s headquarters.

The objective was clear, to interrupt the rest of the “sharks” players and reduce their physical performance for the decisive match.

The tranquility of the night was disturbed by the roar of flyers, totes and car whistles.

Although reports indicate that it was a small group of fans, the constant noise of gunpowder was enough to generate discomfort among the Barranquilla delegation.

Did they keep them up late? Deportes Tolima fans, with gunpowder, interrupted the rest of the Junior players

This tactic, although common in the folklore of South American football in definitive instances, put the local authorities in charge of the safety of the athletes on alert.

For now, the question remains as to how much of an impact this forced “late night” had on those led by Arturo Reyes.

While the followers of the “pijao” team trust that these maneuvers will help their team achieve the star, Junior will try to convert that external pressure into motivation to seal his victory on the field of play.

The incident sets the stage for a high-tension final where much more than a trophy is at stake.

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