Final | Saprissa – Motagua, Concacaf Central American Cup

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The match ends from the Ricardo Saprissa Stadium in Costa Rica and Deportivo Saprissa takes the win in its favor over FC Motagua. Now, the Ticos will be in the first round of the Concacacaf Champions Cup 2024.

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Jefferson Brenes commits an unnecessary foul and is cautioned.

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Agustín Auzmendi commits an infringement on Jefry Valverde and receives the warning.

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Despair becomes evident in the Motagua soccer players and they begin to have friction.

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Infraction by Kevin Álvarez on Chirinos and receives a warning.

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Corner kick for Motagua, but the party is felt at the Ricardo Saprissa Stadium.

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Edwin Maldonado misses a golden opportunity for Motagua, after not making a good pass into space.

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Warren Madrigal Misses the Target

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Warren Madrigal takes a shot, but unfortunately, it goes completely off target.

Wesly Decas Recovers from Injury

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After a blow, Wesly Decas is left lying on the grass, but he is slowly recovering.

Esteban Alvarado Saves Saprissa

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Lucas Campana takes a shot, but Esteban Alvarado makes a great save. In the next action, Juan Delgado gets the ball, but his shot goes wide.

Marcelo Santos Denies Michaell Chirinos

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Michaell Chirinos takes a shot, but Marcelo Santos deflects it for a corner.

Jorkaeff Azofeifa Receives Yellow Card

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Jorkaeff Azofeifa is shown the yellow card for his latest infraction.

Motagua Struggles to Make Progress

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Despite their efforts, Motagua fails to make any significant progress, but they still maintain possession of the ball.

Jorkaeff Azofeifa Commits Foul

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Jorkaeff Azofeifa fouls Wesly Decas, resulting in a free kick for Saprissa in Motagua’s area.

Saprissa Makes Substitution

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Saprissa makes a substitution: Julen Cordero enters the field, replacing Javon East.

Wesly Decas Misses Header

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Wesly Decas attempts a header, but it goes wide of Esteban Alvarado’s goal.

Time Becomes a Challenge for Motagua

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The minutes slip away for Motagua, and time starts to become another opponent for the Hondurans.

Motagua Makes Substitutions

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Motagua makes multiple substitutions: Wesly Decas, Carlos Adonis Mejía, and Kevin Álvarez enter the field, replacing Riki Zapata, Carlos Argueta, and Walter Martínez.

Carlos Adonis Mejía Fouled

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Carlos Adonis Mejía, who came on as a substitute for Motagua, is fouled.

Chirinos Threatens Motagua

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In his first minutes on the pitch, Michaell Chirinos shows his intent to harm Motagua.

Yeison Mejía Misses a Crucial Shot for Motagua

By Diego Mayel Ibarra | Posted at 20:50 EDT, 11/01/2023

In a thrilling match between Motagua and Saprissa, Yeison Mejía had a golden opportunity to score, but his shot went wide. After a rebound from Esteban Alvarado, it was Maldonado who missed the chance to put Motagua ahead.

Motagua Struggles to Close the Gap

By Diego Mayel Ibarra | Posted at 20:47 EDT, 11/01/2023

As the first half nears its end, Motagua is desperately trying to find a goal to narrow the lead of Saprissa. The pressure is on as they seek to close the gap before the halftime whistle.

Mariano Torres Appeals for Penalty

By Diego Mayel Ibarra | Posted at 20:45 EDT, 11/01/2023

Mariano Torres of Motagua claims a penalty after a slight tug, but the referee, Iván Barton, decides to let the game continue without awarding the penalty. Motagua’s frustration grows as they feel they have been denied a clear opportunity.

Maldonado Escapes Booking Despite Foul

By Diego Mayel Ibarra | Posted at 20:44 EDT, 11/01/2023

In a contentious moment, Maldonado from Motagua commits a foul on Sinclair, disrupting an attacking move. Surprisingly, the referee does not show him a yellow card, much to the dismay of the Saprissa players.

Motagua Fails to Capitalize on Scoring Opportunities

By Diego Mayel Ibarra | Posted at 20:42 EDT, 11/01/2023

Despite several promising chances near the Saprissa goal, Motagua fails to convert their opportunities into goals. The frustration mounts as the scoreline remains in favor of the home team.

Esteban Alvarado’s Defense Saves Motagua

By Diego Mayel Ibarra | Posted at 20:40 EDT, 11/01/2023

Esteban Alvarado, the goalkeeper for Motagua, comes to the rescue as he denies Saprissa a clear shot on goal. His quick reflexes and solid defense prevent the opposition from extending their lead.

Walter Martínez’s Shot Saved by Alvarado

By Diego Mayel Ibarra | Posted at 20:38 EDT, 11/01/2023

Walter Martínez takes a shot, but Esteban Alvarado makes a crucial save to keep Motagua’s hopes alive. The visiting team’s attack is thwarted by the impressive goalkeeping skills of Alvarado.

Sinclair Commits Foul Near Visiting Goal

By Diego Mayel Ibarra | Posted at 20:36 EDT, 11/01/2023

Orlando Sinclair fouls Marcelo Santos near the Motagua goal, denying the home team a potential scoring opportunity. The tension rises as Saprissa comes close to extending their lead.

Saprissa Dominates as Motagua Retreats

By Diego Mayel Ibarra | Posted at 20:35 EDT, 11/01/2023

The home team, Saprissa, continues to assert their dominance as they push for a third goal. Motagua, on the other hand, adopts a defensive approach, retreating deeper into their own half.

Saprissa Comes Close to Scoring Twice

By Diego Mayel Ibarra | Posted at 20:33 EDT, 11/01/2023

In the dying moments of the first half, Saprissa comes agonizingly close to scoring on two occasions. The first opportunity is denied by a deflection from Rougier, while the second sees a scramble in the Motagua penalty area.

Esteban Alvarado Keeps Motagua in the Game

By Diego Mayel Ibarra | Posted at 20:31 EDT, 11/01/2023

Esteban Alvarado, the Motagua goalkeeper, prevents a corner kick in favor of Saprissa, showcasing his composure under pressure. Despite trailing, Motagua remains hopeful with Alvarado’s heroics.

Kendall Waston’s Header Misses the Target

By Diego Mayel Ibarra | Posted at 20:30 EDT, 11/01/2023

Kendall Waston attempts a header for Motagua, but his effort goes wide of the goal defended by Rougier. Motagua’s search for an equalizer continues as they struggle to find the back of the net.

Javon East’s Cross Leads to a Corner for Saprissa

By Diego Mayel Ibarra | Posted at 20:29 EDT, 11/01/2023

Javon East tries to deliver a cross to the far post, but his attempt is deflected, resulting in a corner kick for Saprissa. The home team maintains the pressure on Motagua’s defense.

Deportivo Saprissa Scores 2-0 Victory over FC Motagua

Kendall Waston’s Header Secures the Win

Posted by Diego Mayel Ibarra on November 1, 2023 at 20:16 EDT

Deportivo Saprissa extended their dominance on the field with a convincing 2-0 victory over FC Motagua. The match, held at the Ricardo Saprissa Stadium in Costa Rica, was a crucial clash for a ticket to the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup.

Waston’s Header Seals the Deal

In the 20th minute, Kendall Waston showcased his aerial prowess by sending a powerful header into the back of the net, doubling Saprissa’s lead. The goal came as a result of a well-executed cross from Mariano Torres, leaving the Motagua defense helpless.

Barrier Deflects Free Kick

Mariano Torres had an opportunity to extend Saprissa’s lead earlier in the game with a free kick. However, Motagua’s defensive barrier managed to deflect the shot, resulting in a corner kick.

Warning for Marcelo Santos

Marcelo Santos received a warning from the referee for an infringement on Mariano Torres. Santos impeded Torres’ progress towards the Motagua goal, leading to the caution.

Rougier’s Easy Save

Jefry Valverde delivered a cross from the right for Saprissa, but Motagua’s goalkeeper, Rougier, easily collected the ball, preventing any further danger.

Motagua’s Failed Free Kick

Motagua was awarded a free kick in their favor, but a poor cross resulted in the ball moving away from Saprissa’s goal, failing to pose a threat.

Saprissa Dominates Possession

Saprissa maintained control of the ball, leaving the Motagua team struggling to make progress through the center of the field.

Ariel Rodríguez Opens the Scoring

The first goal of the match came in the 9th minute when Ariel Rodríguez deflected the ball into the net with a header. Mariano Torres provided the assist with a well-placed cross, giving Saprissa an early advantage.

Saprissa Takes Control from the Start

From the opening moments, Saprissa displayed their determination to reach the visitors’ goal, dominating the play and putting pressure on the Motagua defense.

The Battle Begins

The clash between Deportivo Saprissa and FC Motagua for a spot in the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup commenced at the Ricardo Saprissa Stadium in Costa Rica. Both teams were eager to secure the coveted ticket to the prestigious tournament.

Pre-Match Ceremony Sets the Stage

Prior to the game, a ceremonial event took place, building anticipation for the encounter between the Costa Rican powerhouse and the historic Honduran team.

A Ticket to the Champions Cup at Stake

Saprissa and Motagua battled it out on the Ricardo Saprissa grass, with the winner earning a valuable ticket to the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup.

Countdown to Kickoff

The start of the match was imminent, but before the game began, the teams participated in a pre-match ceremony, heightening the excitement for the upcoming clash.

Lineup FC Motagua

Jonathan Rougier (P)(C); Carlos Argueta, Marcelo Santos, Carlos Eduardo Meléndez, Riky Zapata; Yeison Mejía, Juan Ángel Delgado, Edwin Maldonado, Walter Joel Martínez; Lucas Campana, Agustín Auzmendi.

Technical Director: César Vigevani.

Saprissa lineup

Esteban Alvarado (P); Fidel Escobar, Pablo Arboine, Kendall Waston, Jorkaeff Azofeifa; Mariano Torres (C), Gerald Taylor, Jefry Valverde; Javon East, Ariel Rodriguez, Orlando Sinclair.

Technical Director: Vladimir Quesada.

The field for this day

Motagua shares images of the field where a ticket to the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup will be played.

Saprissa arrived home

The ‘Purple Monster’ arrived at Ricardo Saprissa.

The best of the trip

Agustín Auzmendi was the star of the first match, as he scored a double to avoid defeat for Motagua.

First leg summary: Saprissa vs Motagua

The actions of the first leg in Honduras.

What does each team need?

To advance, either of them would need victory by whatever score. In case of a tie, 0-0 and 1-1 gives the locals the ticket, while from 3-3 onwards the visitors advance. The only result that sends to extra time and possible penalties is 2-2.

FC Motagua

The Honduran squad was eliminated by CA Independiente of Panama in the quarterfinals, so now against the ‘Purple Monster’ they have the last chance to be in the Concacaf Champions Cup for 2024. At home they tied 2-2, for what they now have to win or draw with a score of 3-3 onwards.

Saprissa Sports

Although Saprissa is in the play-off for the Concacaf Champions Cup for 2024 after having fallen to Real Estelí in the quarterfinals, this day they want to seal their place in the first round of the most important club tournament in the area.

Here we tell you how and where to watch Saprissa vs Motagua.

Welcome to the Preview and Minute by Minute

The Battle for a Ticket to the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup

By Diego Mayel Ibarra

Posted at: 18:00 EDT, 11/01/2023

The highly anticipated return match between the ‘Purple Monster’ and the ‘Ciclón’ is set to take place, as both teams battle it out for a coveted ticket to the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup. This clash promises to be a thrilling encounter filled with excitement and intense competition.

With the stakes at an all-time high, both teams have been preparing rigorously for this momentous showdown. The ‘Purple Monster’ and the ‘Ciclón’ have showcased their skills and determination throughout the tournament, earning their place in the final. Now, they face each other once again, ready to leave everything on the field.

The ‘Purple Monster’ has been a dominant force throughout the competition, displaying exceptional teamwork and individual brilliance. Led by their charismatic captain, they have consistently outperformed their opponents, showcasing their hunger for victory. Their attacking prowess and solid defense make them a formidable opponent.

On the other hand, the ‘Ciclón’ has proven to be a resilient and tenacious team, overcoming numerous challenges to reach this stage. Their never-give-up attitude and tactical astuteness have been key to their success. With a strong midfield and a lethal striker, they pose a significant threat to the ‘Purple Monster’.

As the match unfolds, fans can expect a display of skill, passion, and determination from both sides. The players will leave no stone unturned in their quest for glory. The atmosphere in the stadium is expected to be electric, with supporters from both teams rallying behind their respective sides.

Ultimately, only one team will emerge victorious and secure their place in the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup. The battle between the ‘Purple Monster’ and the ‘Ciclón’ promises to be a spectacle that will be remembered for years to come. So, buckle up and get ready for an exhilarating match filled with twists and turns.