Los Chankas Let Two-Goal Lead Slip in Seven-Goal Andahuaylas Thriller

Peruvian Liga 1 was treated to one of the most chaotic fixtures of the 2026 season as Los Chankas fell 4-3 to Juan Pablo II at the Estadio Municipal de Andahuaylas. The home side raced into a 2-0 lead, but a relentless second-half response from the visitors turned the match on its head, ending with five goals after the interval and a dramatic winner deep into stoppage time.

Match Overview

The opening half hour belonged almost entirely to the Andahuaylas side, who pressed high and moved the ball with intent. Los Chankas’ opener arrived from a well-worked set piece, and their second followed shortly after. With the home crowd in full voice, a famous victory looked probable.

Juan Pablo II, however, were not prepared to surrender. The visitors shaded the final minutes of the first half and came back after the break with renewed energy, pulling one back within five minutes of the restart. The equalizer arrived via a composed finish, and the momentum shifted completely.

Key Moments

• Early strike: Los Chankas broke the deadlock from a corner, with the central defender rising unmarked.
• Home double: A sweeping counter-attack made it 2-0 and looked to have set the tone.
• Visiting response: A clever through ball cut the deficit just after halftime.
• Level again: A low cross from the right was tucked home at the far post to make it 2-2.
• Lead change: Juan Pablo II converted a penalty to go 3-2 ahead before Los Chankas answered back moments later.
• Dramatic finish: In the sixth minute of added time, a deflected shot looped over the home goalkeeper to seal a 4-3 away victory.

Standout Players

For Juan Pablo II, the impact of their substitutions was decisive. The midfielder who arrived at the break brought energy and held the ball up well, while the striker’s late brace was the highlight. For Los Chankas, the captain was a constant threat from midfield, but defensive lapses cost the home side dearly.

What It Means

Despite the disappointment, Los Chankas showed enough attacking quality to remain a handful for any opponent in Liga 1, but their inability to manage a lead will be a concern for the coaching staff. Juan Pablo II’s comeback victory could prove vital in the season's broader standings battle, as the away fixture yielded valuable points and a significant morale boost.

The result also reinforced the unpredictable nature of the Peruvian top flight, where momentum can change in a matter of minutes and no lead is ever truly safe.