In their inaugural match of the season, FC Desamparados found themselves in an intense battle against AD Aserrí FC at the Estadio Arabelo Fallas. The encounter turned out to be a rollercoaster of emotions for both teams.
The visitors made an early statement of intent when Francisco Rodríguez unleashed a fierce strike from outside the box, finding the back of the net in just the 5th minute of the match. FC Desamparados seemed to be in control as they pressed forward, looking to build on their lead. Andy Reyes was able to increase the lead in the 14th minute after a cross into the box.
However, Aserrí FC swiftly responded, leveling the scoreline just a minute later, courtesy of an opportunistic goal in the 15th minute, shaking up the dynamics of the game. The match unfolded with relentless pace and intensity, with both sides fighting tooth and nail for dominance.
Despite FC Desamparados dictating much of the play and carving out numerous scoring opportunities, they found themselves unable to convert their chances into goals. As the clock ticked on, AD Aserrí FC seized their moment of opportunity in the 32nd minute, capitalizing on a defensive lapse to draw level once again.
Despite their best efforts, FC Desamparados was unable to alter the scoreline, settling for a hard-fought 2-2 draw in their opening fixture of the season. While disappointed not to secure the win, they can take heart from their spirited performance and look to build upon it in the matches to come.
Looking ahead, FC Desamparados will return to their home turf at the Estadio Colleya Fonseca, where they are set to face CS Uruguay Coronado on Friday, January 19th at 8:00 pm. It promises to be another thrilling encounter as they seek to make their mark in the league.
