In a thrilling matchup during the Concacaf Copa Centroamericana 2025, CS Cartaginés triumphed over FC Motagua with a narrow 1-0 victory in the first leg of the Repechaje. The event took place on Tuesday at the Rafael Fello Meza Stadium in Cartago, Costa Rica.
Match Highlights
The match featured a number of critical moments. Marco Ureña nearly scored for Cartaginés in the 37th minute, striking the ball from outside the box, only to hit the base of the right post. Motagua’s goalkeeper, Marlon Licona, showcased his skills with a vital save in the 45+1 minute, denying Ureña again from long-range.
Scoring Opportunities
- 60th Minute: Mauro Quiroga’s header from the center was stopped by Licona.
- 61st Minute: Everardo Rubio’s subsequent header went just wide of the left post.
Geancarlo Castro, who came on as a substitute in the 87th minute, secured the game’s only goal. He capitalized on a short clearance from Licona, heading the ball into the center of the net in the 90+2 minute.
Goalkeeping Excellence
Kevin Briceño, the goalkeeper for Cartaginés, had a solid performance, recording two saves and keeping a clean sheet.
Looking Ahead
CS Cartaginés will aim to defend their 1-0 lead in the second leg against FC Motagua next Wednesday in Honduras. The winner of the aggregate score will advance to the Concacaf Champions Cup in 2026.
