FBC Melgar prevails and complicates Cienciano's qualification hopes

A blow that changes the course

Cienciano starts the match strongly, with A. Hohberg opening the scoring in the 22nd minute after a good team play. However, the joy is short-lived: just six minutes later, Hohberg receives a red card, leaving his team at a disadvantage and changing the match's dynamics.

With one more player, FBC Melgar takes control of the game. N. Quagliata equalizes from the penalty spot in the 36th minute, and from that point on, the visitors dominate. Cienciano, who had started with momentum, is forced to retreat against Melgar's relentless push.

Melgar capitalizes on the advantage

In the second half, FBC Melgar continues to press and scores two more goals: J. Caceres nets one in the 80th minute, and J. Vidales seals the deal in stoppage time, concluding a decisive 3-1 victory. Cienciano, who had a promising start, fails to respond to Melgar's offensive play, which dominates the final 45 minutes.

This result leaves Cienciano in a complicated position in the standings, while Melgar inches closer to qualification in a group where every point matters.