Olimpia snatches victory in the dying moments

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Division Profesional - Clausura

A goal by R. Ortiz in stoppage time wasn't enough for Deportivo Recoleta, who fell 2-1 to Olimpia in a match marked by the visitors' pressure.

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A dramatic finish

The match was already dying when R. Ortiz scored in the 90+1'. However, the effort was not enough to avoid Deportivo Recoleta's defeat, who were outmatched by an Olimpia that showcased their hierarchy from the start.

Olimpia opened the scoring in the 7' with a goal from A. F. Rodriguez Armoa and extended their lead in the 29' thanks to F. Alfonso. With a clear dominance in the first half, the visitors went into halftime with a solid 2-0 lead. Deportivo Recoleta, on the other hand, failed to convert any of their chances in the first half, finishing with 0 shots on target.

A match of contrasts

In the second half, the home side showed a slight improvement, although it wasn't enough to change the course of the match. Despite the minutes passing without major chances, R. Ortiz's goal came in stoppage time, briefly igniting hope among the local fans.

The numbers reflect a match where Olimpia dominated, with 1 shot on target and a possession that, although not detailed, can be inferred to be superior. Deportivo Recoleta, on the other hand, is left with a streak of two losses in their last three matches, while Olimpia adds their second consecutive victory.

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