Nautico Hacoaj secured a hard-fought 1–0 away victory over Deportivo Metalurgico in ARFC action on 22 June 2026. A single goal in the opening half was enough to earn the visitors three points on the road at the Estadio Municipal de Monte Maíz.

Match Overview

Deportivo Metalurgico, struggling near the bottom of the table, hoped to use home advantage to climb out of danger. Nautico Hacoaj, meanwhile, came into the match with positive momentum. The game was a tense affair with few clear chances, but the visitors showed greater efficiency in the final third to take maximum points.

Key Moments

• 14’ – Goal! Deportivo Metalurgico 0–1 Nautico Hacoaj. A defensive mix-up allows Martín Sosa to intercept a back-pass and slot into an empty net.
• 38’ – Booking. The home side’s frustration boils over with a yellow card for a late tackle.
• 67’ – Chance. Nautico Hacoaj hit the post from a free kick, almost doubling their lead.
• 85’ – Save. The visitors’ goalkeeper Federico Torres makes a crucial stop from a header to preserve the lead.

Tactical Story

Nautico Hacoaj adopted a counter-attacking 4–3–3, sitting deep and inviting pressure before breaking quickly. Deportivo Metalurgico dominated possession (62%) but lacked incision in the final third. The visitors’ defensive discipline and quick transitions were the key difference; they registered only three shots on target but made one count. The home side managed ten attempts, but only two troubled the goalkeeper.

Standout Players

• Martín Sosa (Nautico Hacoaj) – Scored the only goal and worked hard to lead the line as a lone striker.
• Federico Torres (Nautico Hacoaj) – Kept a clean sheet with a solid performance, including a vital late save.
• Ignacio Vázquez (Deportivo Metalurgico) – The most creative player for the hosts, but his efforts went unrewarded.

Season Impact

Nautico Hacoaj move up to 9th place, now within striking distance of the playoff spots. Deportivo Metalurgico remain in 17th, still in the relegation zone, and have now lost four consecutive home matches. The away win is Nautico Hacoaj’s third in their last four games, signalling a strong run of form.

Match date: 22 June 2026 | Venue: Estadio Municipal de Monte Maíz, Monte Maíz