Marcelo Pérez shines in the derby as Sportivo Luqueño claims victory
With a goal and a standout performance, Marcelo Pérez was key in Sportivo Luqueño's 2-1 win over Rubio NU in a match that maintained intensity until the end.
Sportivo Luqueno
Rubio NUA derby with history
In a match that promised to be tight, Sportivo Luqueño defeated Rubio NU 2-1, in a derby that now adds up to 13 encounters, with 5 victories for the hosts, 3 for the visitors, and 5 draws. The history between these teams has always been marked by competitiveness, and this time was no exception.
The first half saw a more determined Sportivo Luqueño, who opened the scoring in the 39th minute with a goal from Marcelo Pérez, assisted by Lucas Morales. Although Rubio NU quickly equalized in the second half with a goal from Kevin Paredes in the 50th minute, Luqueño's response was immediate: Óscar Ruiz scored the second goal for the hosts just three minutes later.
Marcelo Pérez, the standout of the match
Marcelo Pérez not only scored the first goal but also earned a rating of 7.9, standing out as the best player on the field. Throughout the match, he showcased great ability to create danger and contribute to the build-up play, which was crucial for his team's victory.
Despite Rubio NU's attempts to react and having more shots on goal (5 compared to Luqueño's 3), the local defense remained solid, and goalkeeper Francisco Mongelos made key interventions, achieving 5 saves. Possession was slightly in favor of Luqueño (51%), but the overall dominance of the match was evident, especially in the final stretches, where Sportivo Luqueño managed to maintain pressure.
