Macará snatches a dramatic victory in a thrilling clásico
With a last-minute goal from E. Caicedo, Mushuc Runa SC nearly equalized, but Macará prevailed 2-1 and solidified their position in the promotion zone.
Macara
Mushuc Runa SCA dramatic finish
The match was dying when E. Caicedo scored in the 90+4', but the goal was not enough to avoid defeat for Mushuc Runa SC, which fell 2-1 to Macará in a clásico that kept the tension until the final second.
The game started at a frantic pace. T. Minda opened the scoring for Mushuc Runa SC in the 12', but Macará quickly responded with a goal from M. Tello in the 16'. The first half ended in a 1-1 draw, but it was in the second half that Macará found the decisive advantage with a goal from F. Posse in the 68'.
A clásico with history
This match was the 14th clash between both teams, with Mushuc Runa SC dominating the previous record with 4 wins against 2 for Macará and 7 draws. However, today's victory allows Macará to solidify their seventh position in the table with 26 points, while Mushuc Runa SC remains in the relegation zone with 21 points.
The result reflects the importance of every point in this phase of the Liga Pro, where each match can be decisive for staying in the category. Macará, although not shining, showed the ability to take advantage of opportunities at crucial moments.
