Recoleta FC Triumphs 3-1 Over Rubio Ñu in Clausura Tournament Clash

Recoleta FC secured a vital 3-1 victory over Rubio Ñu on August 7, 2026, at La Arboleda stadium in Trinidad, as part of the fourth round of the Torneo Clausura.

The match saw Recoleta FC demonstrate superior footballing prowess, earning them three crucial points. Conversely, Rubio Ñu continues to struggle, remaining at the bottom of the league table.

Although Willy Mendieta showed flashes of inspiration for Rubio Ñu in midfield during the first half, he struggled to connect effectively with the forwards. Recoleta FC, despite an initially erratic start in possession, created the clearest chance early on through Kevin Parzajuk. Parzajuk then opened the scoring in the 24th minute, heading home a precise cross from Ronal Domínguez.

Rubio Ñu had a goal disallowed for offside just before halftime, leaving the score at 0-1. The second half began with Recoleta FC extending their lead in the 45th minute. Héctor López capitalized on a defensive error by Rubio Ñu, receiving a pass from Paul Charpentier and finishing with his left foot past goalkeeper Tomás Canteros.

Rubio Ñu attempted to rally, but Recoleta FC maintained control, defending effectively and seeking to increase their lead. In the 69th minute, Rodrigo Ruiz Díaz scored for Rubio Ñu, narrowing the deficit to 1-2 after a quick play initiated by Sergio Fretes. The game intensified, becoming a back-and-forth affair. However, in the 88th minute, Orlin Barreto sealed the victory for Recoleta FC, scoring their third goal amidst confusion in the Rubio Ñu defense.