Match Report: Libertad de San Carlos 2-2 Centro Recreativo Porongos – Uruguay Amateur Cup, 12 July 2026

A dramatic late equaliser from Centro Recreativo Porongos secured a 2-2 draw against Libertad de San Carlos in the Uruguay Amateur Cup. The match, played at the Estadio de San Carlos, delivered plenty of excitement and leaves both teams still in contention for the knockout rounds.

Match Overview

Libertad de San Carlos started brightly and took the lead in the 19th minute. Midfielder Felipe Rodríguez fired a low shot from outside the box that beat the Porongos keeper. The home side doubled their advantage in the 36th minute when forward Mateo Giménez converted a penalty after a handball. Porongos pulled one back just before halftime, however. A corner kick was met by Ignacio Silva, whose header made it 2-1 at the break.

Second Half Drama

The second half saw Libertad de San Carlos attempt to manage the game, but Porongos grew into the contest. The visitors pushed for an equaliser and hit the woodwork twice before finally finding the net in the 88th minute. A long free kick into the box was headed on by substitute Lucas Méndez, and Carlos Pereira stabbed the ball home from close range to make it 2-2.

Key Moments and Tactical Story

• Fast start by Libertad: The home team’s high energy and direct play created two early goals.
• Set-piece vulnerability: Both Porongos goals came from set pieces, exposing Libertad’s defensive weakness in the air.
• Second half shift: After halftime, Porongos pushed their midfield higher and dominated possession (55% in the second half).
• Late heartbreak: Libertad de San Carlos will rue not killing off the game; they missed two clear chances in the 70th and 75th minutes.

Standout Players

• Ignacio Silva (Porongos): Scored the first goal and was a constant threat from set pieces.
• Carlos Pereira (Porongos): Popped up with a crucial late equaliser.
• Felipe Rodríguez (Libertad): Opened the scoring with a fine strike and was involved in most of his team’s attacking moves.

Impact on the Competition

The draw keeps Libertad de San Carlos in 5th place in the Uruguay Amateur Cup group stage with 11 points, while Porongos climb to 6th with 10 points. Both still have a chance to qualify for the next round, though they will need to win their remaining matches. The result also sets up an intriguing return fixture later in the season.