Atlético Nacional

Atlético Nacional started the 1980s with a domestic title in 1981 under Argentinian coach Zubeldia, the club’s fourth out of record-high seventeen titles. After a few quiet years the club ended the decade strongly with a rapid rise to continental prestige under coach Maturana....

The rise to continental prominence for Atlético Nacional began in 1987 with the appointment of former player Maturana as manager. He began building a star team featuring top international players like Higuita, Escobar, García, Álvarez, and Tréllez. The following season, El Verde finished as...