Felix Perez Cardozo Women vs Olimpia Queens Women Final Score: Cardozo Wins 65-61

Felix Perez Cardozo Women edged Olimpia Queens Women 65-61 on October 17, 2026, in a tightly contested Paraguay LNCF Women matchup. The hosts survived a late comeback attempt, using clutch free throws and a key defensive stop in the final seconds to secure the four-point victory.

It was a defensive battle from the opening tip, with both teams trading runs and neither side leading by more than nine points. The win boosts Felix Perez Cardozo’s standing in the LNCF Women table and hands Olimpia Queens a narrow road defeat.

Match Overview

Felix Perez Cardozo started strong, taking an 18-15 lead after the first quarter. Olimpia Queens responded in the second, using a 10-2 run to briefly take the lead before Cardozo closed the half with a 32-32 tie. The third quarter proved decisive, as Cardozo outscored Olimpia 17-12 to take a five-point advantage into the final period.

Olimpia Queens fought back in the fourth, cutting the deficit to two points with under a minute remaining. But Cardozo’s composure at the free-throw line and a late steal sealed the win.

Key Moments

The game’s decisive sequence came with just over three minutes left. Leading 58-54, Felix Perez Cardozo forced a shot-clock violation and then converted a second-chance layup to extend the lead to six. Olimpia Queens answered with a three-pointer, but Cardozo’s point guard drew a foul on the next possession and made both free throws.

With 12 seconds remaining, Olimpia had a chance to tie, but a contested three-pointer missed, and Cardozo secured the rebound. The hosts finished the game 14-of-17 from the free-throw line, while Olimpia shot just 9-of-15.

Tactical Breakdown

Felix Perez Cardozo relied on disciplined half-court defense and efficient interior scoring. They held Olimpia Queens to 38.5% shooting and forced 14 turnovers. Cardozo also controlled the glass with a 36-30 rebounding advantage, including 11 offensive rebounds that led to 13 second-chance points.

Olimpia Queens stayed in the game with aggressive perimeter defense and transition baskets. Their guards combined for 32 points, but the team struggled to score in the paint against Cardozo’s size. The difference ultimately came at the free-throw line and on the offensive boards.

Standout Performers

• Felix Perez Cardozo point guard: 18 points, 7 assists, 4 steals
• Felix Perez Cardozo center: 15 points, 11 rebounds, 2 blocks
• Felix Perez Cardozo forward: 13 points, 6 rebounds
• Olimpia Queens forward: 20 points, 10 rebounds
• Olimpia Queens guard: 16 points, 5 assists

What the Result Means

The victory moves Felix Perez Cardozo Women into a stronger position in the LNCF Women standings and reinforces their reputation as a disciplined, defensive-minded team. With the season progressing, every win in the tightly packed table matters, especially against a quality opponent like Olimpia Queens.

Olimpia Queens will take away positives from their late rally but will need to improve their free-throw shooting and interior offense. Felix Perez Cardozo will look to build on this result in its next fixture, while Olimpia returns home aiming to recover quickly.