Club 24 de Setiembre produced a dominant 3-0 away victory over 1º de Marzo FDM in Paraguay’s Division Three, with a clinical second-half display turning a tight contest into a convincing win.

The visitors led at the break through an early goal and then took control after the interval, adding two more goals as 1º de Marzo FDM pushed forward in search of an equaliser. The home side had spells of possession but were punished for leaving space at the back, and Club 24 de Setiembre’s finishing proved the difference.

Match overview

1º de Marzo FDM started with energy, looking to press high and force mistakes in the visiting defence. However, Club 24 de Setiembre stayed calm, played through the pressure and opened the scoring inside the first 15 minutes. The early goal changed the shape of the game, forcing the home side to take more risks.

Club 24 de Setiembre defended well in the first half, limiting 1º de Marzo FDM to shots from distance. After the break, the visitors doubled their advantage with a well-timed counter-attack and then added a third goal late on as the home side committed bodies forward. The scoreline reflected the away team’s ruthlessness in front of goal.

Key moments

• 12th minute: Club 24 de Setiembre took the lead when Rodrigo Benítez finished a low cross from close range.
• 29th minute: 1º de Marzo FDM’s best chance of the first half went wide after a scramble in the box.
• 55th minute: A quick counter-attack ended with Benítez scoring his second, making it 0-2.
• 68th minute: The home side forced a sharp save from a free kick as they tried to respond.
• 78th minute: Juan Villalba sealed the win with a composed finish after another fast break.
• Full-time: Club 24 de Setiembre managed the closing stages comfortably to secure a 3-0 win.

Tactical story

Club 24 de Setiembre’s performance was built on defensive discipline and efficient counter-attacking. They allowed 1º de Marzo FDM to have possession in harmless areas, then pressed at the right moment to win the ball back. Once they regained possession, they moved it forward quickly, targeting the space behind the home side’s advanced full-backs.

1º de Marzo FDM’s problem was balancing their need to attack with their defensive security. After conceding early, they pushed more players forward, which created chances but also left them exposed. The second goal was particularly damaging, arriving just as the home side had begun to build momentum. From there, Club 24 de Setiembre controlled the tempo and picked off their opponents on the break.

Standout performers

Rodrigo Benítez was the standout player of the match, scoring twice and constantly threatening with his movement in behind. His first goal was a poacher’s finish, while his second showed composure and timing on the counter. Juan Villalba also impressed, adding the third goal and linking play well in the final third.

For 1º de Marzo FDM, goalkeeper Derlis Cáceres made several saves to keep the score respectable. Midfielder Óscar Ramírez tried to drive the team forward and was involved in most of their better attacking moments, but the home side lacked the final pass and were often caught out of shape when possession was lost.

Table and season impact

The three points are a significant boost for Club 24 de Setiembre in the Paraguayan Division Three standings. An away win of this nature, with three goals scored and a clean sheet, strengthens their goal difference and sends a clear message about their attacking potential. The result also gives the squad confidence ahead of a demanding run of fixtures.

For 1º de Marzo FDM, the defeat is a setback that highlights the importance of game management. Conceding early forced them to chase the match, and their attempts to respond left gaps at the back. They will need to be more compact and more clinical in their next outing. The head-to-head record now favours Club 24 de Setiembre, and the away side will be eager to build on one of their most complete performances of the campaign.