Guairena FC triumphs in a dramatic finish and advances to the next round
A goal by L. Araujo in the 88th minute gave Guairena FC a 3-2 victory over 12 de Octubre in a match that had it all and was decided in the final moments.
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12 de OctubreA dramatic conclusion
As the clock ticked to 88 minutes, L. Araujo emerged to score the goal that sealed a 3-2 victory for Guairena FC over 12 de Octubre. The match, decided in the dying moments, left their rivals eliminated from the Copa Paraguay. Despite 12 de Octubre taking the lead, Guairena FC showed character and managed to turn the situation around.
The first half was a rollercoaster of emotions. K. Salinas opened the scoring for 12 de Octubre in the 12th minute, but Guairena FC quickly responded with goals from J. Torales and M. Amarilla, the latter from the penalty spot. The second half continued with the same intensity, where D. Aquino equalized for the visitors, but Araujo's late goal made the difference.
A classic with history
This match marked the sixteenth encounter between the two teams, with a history favoring Guairena FC with 6 wins, 6 draws, and 3 victories for 12 de Octubre. The rivalry has always been present, and on this occasion, the home team took advantage of their venue to progress in the Copa Paraguay.
The 3-2 not only represents a pass to the next round but also demonstrates resilience and the ability to face pressure in critical moments. Guairena FC continues the fight, while 12 de Octubre bids farewell to the competition.
