Bentin Tacna Heroica Edges Union Minas in Tense Peruvian Liga 2 Encounter

Bentin Tacna Heroica claimed a vital 2-1 victory over Union Minas on July 20, 2026, in a hard-fought Peruvian Liga 2 clash played under the lights at the Estadio Jorge Basadre. The home side overcame a spirited Union Minas performance to take all three points, boosting their standing in the second-tier promotion race.

Match Overview

From the opening whistle, Bentin Tacna Heroica looked to assert their authority on home turf, pressing high and forcing Union Minas into early defensive errors. The visitors, however, came with a disciplined game plan and grew into the contest as the first half progressed. Both sides created half‑chances, but the deadlock was broken just before the interval.

Key Moments

• 37th minute: A flowing move down the left flank saw Bentin’s winger cut inside and fire a low shot that deflected off a defender, wrong‑footing the Union Minas goalkeeper – 1‑0.
• 58th minute: Union Minas equalized from a corner kick, with centre‑back Carlos Huamán rising highest to power a header past the home keeper.
• 74th minute: Bentin Tacna Heroica regained the lead through a well‑worked set piece. Midfielder Jorge Paredes curled a free‑kick over the wall and into the top corner, giving the visitors’ keeper no chance.

Tactical Story

Bentin Tacna Heroica manager Roberto Chávez set his team up in a 4‑2‑3‑1, relying on quick transitions and wide overloads. Union Minas, under Luis Castillo, answered with a compact 4‑4‑2 aimed at stifling space in central areas. The key battle played out in midfield, where Bentin’s double pivot eventually gained the upper hand in the second half, enabling more sustained pressure.

Standout Performers

• Jorge Paredes (Bentin Tacna Heroica): Scored the winning goal and dictated tempo from central midfield, completing over 85% of his passes.
• Carlos Huamán (Union Minas): A commanding presence at both ends of the pitch, scoring the equalizer and making several timely clearances.
• Bentin’s backline: Tightened after the equalizer, limiting Union Minas to only one shot on target in the final half‑hour.

Table & Competition Impact

The victory lifts Bentin Tacna Heroica into mid‑table in the highly competitive Peruvian Liga 2, keeping their slim promotion playoff hopes alive. Union Minas, meanwhile, remain in the lower half and will need to quickly regroup as the season enters its decisive stretch. This result also marks an important head‑to‑head win for Bentin, should tie‑breakers come into play later.

With several matches remaining, every point matters. Bentin will look to build on this momentum, while Union Minas must address defensive lapses that have cost them crucial points away from home.