Mar de Fondo Stun Los Halcones in Uruguay Segunda League Upset

In a surprising result on May 24, 2026, Mar de Fondo claimed a crucial 2-1 victory away at Los Halcones in the Uruguay Segunda League. The visitors’ disciplined performance earned them only their third win of the season and dealt a blow to Los Halcones’ promotion charge.

Match Overview

Los Halcones entered the match as heavy favourites, sitting comfortably in the promotion playoff positions. They controlled possession early but struggled to break down a compact Mar de Fondo defence. The visitors, rooted near the relegation zone, showed no fear and took the lead against the run of play in the 33rd minute. A long ball over the top caught the Los Halcones backline flat, allowing Pablo Rodríguez to slot past the goalkeeper.

Los Halcones equalised just before halftime through a penalty won by winger Ignacio Silva. Captain Martín Delgado stepped up and sent the goalkeeper the wrong way, making it 1-1 at the break.

Key Moment and Tactical Story

The second half saw Los Halcones press for a winner, but Mar de Fondo’s game plan was clear: stay compact and hit on the counter. The decisive moment came in the 67th minute when a rapid break saw Diego Martínez feed Luis Fernández, who curled a low shot inside the far post from the edge of the box. Los Halcones protested a possible offside, but the goal stood.

Los Halcones threw bodies forward in the final 20 minutes, with coach Alejandro Morales making attacking substitutions. However, Mar de Fondo’s goalkeeper Carlos Pereira made two outstanding saves to preserve the lead, notably tipping a powerful header from Delgado over the bar in the 83rd minute.

Standout Players

• Luis Fernández (Mar de Fondo) – Scored the winning goal and was a constant outlet on the counter.
• Carlos Pereira (Mar de Fondo) – Made crucial saves in the second half to secure the victory.
• Martín Delgado (Los Halcones) – Scored the equaliser from the penalty spot and led by example.

Table Impact

Los Halcones remain in fifth place but are now six points adrift of the top three with only five games remaining, making automatic promotion increasingly difficult. Mar de Fondo’s win lifts them two points clear of the relegation playoff zone, providing a much-needed boost in their fight for survival.