Marathón faces Real España in the 14th matchday of the Liga Nacional de Honduras Apertura tournament at the Olímpico Stadium, with kickoff set for 7:30 PM. This highly anticipated clash marks the “Clásico Sampedrano,” featuring a fierce rivalry between the two teams.
The match updates began with notable actions as early as the 34th minute, where Afronit Tatum narrowly avoided an own goal after a shot from José Aguilera. Just five minutes prior, Nixon Cruz attempted a shot from outside the box following a corner kick, but goalkeeper César Samudio made a spectacular save to keep the scoreline level.
As the game progressed, several other key moments unfolded. At the 18th minute, Colombian striker Yeison Moreno found the net but was flagged offside, leading to a frustrating moment for Real España. The encounter showcased several intense challenges and tactical plays, with both sides creating opportunities but failing to convert them into goals.
Real España entered this match knowing they had resolved a financial issue by paying former player Ilce Barahona, ensuring they would not lose points should they earn any today against Marathón. The absence of Marathón’s Iván Anderson, due to accumulated yellow cards, and the personal loss faced by Dixon Ramírez from Real España, who has received special permission to miss the game, added emotional layers to this contest.
Both teams fielded strong lineups, with Real España featuring Luis López in goal and Marathón opting for César Samudio. Marathón’s coach Pablo Lavallén hinted at the possibility of discussing the goalkeeping decision with Samudio, who has had limited minutes this season.
In their previous meeting on August 3, Real España secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Marathón, setting the stage for a thrilling rematch. Players and fans alike are looking forward to a memorable match filled with excitement and competitive spirit.