Nueva Santa Rosa CDF Claim 2-0 Home Victory Over San Benito FC

Nueva Santa Rosa CDF secured an important 2-0 win against San Benito FC on Sunday, 11 October 2026, in the Guatemala Division 2. A goal in each half gave the home side a deserved three points, while San Benito FC were left to rue missed chances and a lack of cutting edge in the final third.

José Manuel Pérez opened the scoring late in the first half, and Kevin Ramírez doubled the advantage in the second period. The clean sheet was just as valuable for Nueva Santa Rosa CDF, who climbed the Division 2 standings with a disciplined and energetic performance.

Match Overview

The opening exchanges were cautious, with both teams probing for space in midfield. San Benito FC tried to build patiently from the back, but Nueva Santa Rosa CDF’s high press made it difficult for them to progress through the thirds. The home side grew into the game and created the better chances as the first half wore on.

The breakthrough came in the 39th minute. A quick overlap on the right opened up San Benito’s defence, and Pérez met the resulting cross with a first-time finish inside the six-yard box. San Benito responded before half-time with a couple of long-range efforts, but they could not find an equaliser before the break.

Key Moments

• 39th minute: José Manuel Pérez scores from close range to give Nueva Santa Rosa CDF a 1-0 lead.
• 52nd minute: San Benito FC’s best chance is denied by a strong save from Diego Ochoa.
• 66th minute: San Benito FC have a goal ruled out for offside after a quick free-kick.
• 73rd minute: Kevin Ramírez finishes a fast counter-attack to make it 2-0.
• 88th minute: Nueva Santa Rosa CDF see out the closing stages with a composed defensive display.

Tactical Story

Nueva Santa Rosa CDF lined up in a 4-3-3 and looked to press San Benito FC high up the pitch. Their midfield trio worked hard to win possession in advanced areas, and the front three constantly rotated to create overloads on the flanks. The strategy paid off with the opening goal, which came from exactly that kind of wide combination.

San Benito FC started in a 5-4-1 shape, hoping to absorb pressure and hit on the break. However, their defensive line sat too deep at times, allowing Nueva Santa Rosa CDF to sustain attacks and win second balls. After conceding the second goal, San Benito pushed more players forward, but the home side’s compact defending and quick counters kept the visitors at arm’s length.

Standout Players

• José Manuel Pérez (Nueva Santa Rosa CDF): Opened the scoring with a sharp finish and linked play effectively throughout.
• Kevin Ramírez (Nueva Santa Rosa CDF): Added the decisive second goal and stretched San Benito’s defence with his pace.
• Diego Ochoa (Nueva Santa Rosa CDF): Kept a clean sheet and made a crucial save at 1-0.
• Mario Castellanos (Nueva Santa Rosa CDF): Organised the back line and won several important aerial duels.
• Carlos Ibarra (San Benito FC): Battled in midfield and tried to drive his team forward, but lacked support.

Match Statistics

Season Impact and What’s Next

The three points lift Nueva Santa Rosa CDF into a more comfortable position in the Guatemala Division 2 table and strengthen their push for a place in the promotion conversation. The clean sheet will also boost confidence, especially after a run of matches in which defensive consistency had been a challenge.

San Benito FC remain within touching distance of the teams above them, but this defeat highlights the need for more creativity in the final third. Their next fixture offers a chance to respond quickly, while Nueva Santa Rosa CDF will aim to build on this result and turn their home ground into a reliable source of points.