The Bolivian Liga W delivered a thrilling encounter as Real Santa Cruz Yacuiba (W) edged out Real Tomayapo (w) 2-1 away on the night of July 23, 2026. The visitors overturned an early deficit to claim three vital points on the road, showcasing resilience and sharp finishing in a contest that ebbed and flowed until the final whistle.

Match Overview

Played under the floodlights at Tomayapo’s home stadium, the match carried significant weight for both sides in the mid-season standings. Real Tomayapo looked to protect their strong home record, while Real Santa Cruz Yacuiba arrived with a reputation for counter‑attacking speed. The first half saw the home side take an early lead, but the visitors responded with two clinical strikes before the break to flip the script.

Key Moments

• 15’ – Tomayapo’s opener: A well‑worked corner found its way to forward Andrea Mamani, who volleyed home from close range to give the home faithful reason to celebrate.
• 28’ – Yacuiba equalises: A swift break down the left flank saw winger Camila Rojas cut inside and unleash a low drive that beat the keeper at the near post.
• 41’ – Go‑ahead goal: Midfielder Valeria Cuéllar latched onto a loose ball on the edge of the box and curled a precise shot into the top corner, completing the turnaround just before half‑time.
• Second‑half stalemate: Tomayapo pushed hard for an equaliser in the second period, forcing several saves from Yacuiba goalkeeper María José Zeballos, but the visitors held firm to secure the win.

Tactical Story

Real Tomayapo set up in a compact 4‑4‑2, intending to dominate possession and feed their lively front two. The early goal rewarded that approach. However, Real Santa Cruz Yacuiba adjusted after the opener, dropping deeper in midfield and inviting pressure before springing rapid transitions. Their equaliser came directly from a turnover in the centre circle, while the second goal exposed space behind Tomayapo’s full‑backs. The visitors’ defensive shape in the second half, a disciplined 4‑1‑4‑1, limited Tomayapo to mostly long‑range efforts.

Standout Players

• Valeria Cuéllar (Yacuiba): The midfielder’s goal and tireless running in the engine room made her the clear difference‑maker. She also won four tackles and completed 89% of her passes.
• María José Zeballos (Yacuiba): The goalkeeper made six saves, including a spectacular one‑on‑one stop in the 72nd minute that preserved the lead.
• Andrea Mamani (Tomayapo): Despite the defeat, Mamani was a constant threat, scoring the opener and creating two further chances that went begging.

Season Impact

The result lifts Real Santa Cruz Yacuiba into the top four of the BOL Liga W standings, strengthening their push for a playoff berth. For Real Tomayapo, the defeat ends a four‑match unbeaten run at home and leaves them hovering in mid‑table, now five points adrift of the qualifying zone. With the season entering its decisive phase, both sides will recognise the importance of consistency – Yacuiba have the momentum, while Tomayapo must regroup quickly to avoid falling further behind.

The match also highlighted the growing competitiveness of women’s club football in Bolivia, where tactical flexibility and quick transitions are increasingly deciding tight contests. Real Santa Cruz Yacuiba will look to build on this gritty away performance when they host next weekend, while Real Tomayapo will aim to return to winning ways on the road.