Alajuelense Women 1-0 Saprissa Women | Costa Rica Women’s Primera División | June 29, 2026

In a tense Clásico Nacional, Alajuelense Women edged out Saprissa Women 1-0 at Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto. A solitary first‑half goal proved enough to separate the two giants of Costa Rican women’s football, with Alajuelense strengthening their grip on the title race.

Early pressure, late reward

The match began at a high tempo, with both sides pressing aggressively. Alajuelense had the better of the early chances, forcing Saprissa goalkeeper Daniela Cruz into several sharp saves. The deadlock was finally broken in the 38th minute. A corner from the left was only partially cleared, and defender Mariela Solano reacted quickest, volleying home from inside the six‑yard box.

Saprissa pushed for an equaliser before half‑time but were met by a resolute Alajuelense defence marshalled by captain Carol Sánchez.

Second‑half resilience

After the break, Saprissa dominated possession and created several half‑chances. Striker Marta Alemán came closest when her header from a cross flew just over the bar. Alajuelense, meanwhile, threatened on the counter‑attack and could have doubled their lead when forward Natalia Zúñiga struck the post in the 67th minute.

As the clock ticked down, Saprissa threw bodies forward, but Alajuelense’s defensive organisation held firm. The home side celebrated a vital three points that keep them at the summit of the Costa Rica Women’s Primera División standings.

What it means

Alajuelense Women now lead the table with 35 points, four clear of second‑placed Saprissa. The result also extends their unbeaten run in the league to 12 matches. For Saprissa, it is a setback, but they remain well placed in the playoff race. The two sides are expected to meet again in the Apertura final later in the year.