Universidad César Vallejo 3–0 FC San Marcos — Peruvian Liga 2, 29 March 2026

Universidad César Vallejo delivered a commanding performance at the Estadio Mansiche in Trujillo, sweeping aside FC San Marcos 3–0 in a Peruvian Liga 2 fixture on 29 March 2026. The home side’s attacking fluidity and defensive discipline proved too much for a San Marcos side that struggled to impose itself from the outset.

Match Overview

From the first whistle, César Vallejo seized control. Their high‑pressing game forced San Marcos into repeated errors in possession, and the hosts quickly turned pressure into goals. The victory cemented Vallejo’s position among the early season promotion contenders.

Key Moments

• 12th minute: A precise through ball split the San Marcos defence, and Vallejo’s striker slotted home to make it 1‑0.
• 34th minute: A well‑worked corner resulted in a powerful header doubling the lead.
• 67th minute: A counter‑attack finished with a clinical low drive into the far corner, sealing the 3‑0 scoreline.

Tactical Story

Vallejo’s 4‑3‑3 formation overwhelmed San Marcos’s narrow midfield. The full‑backs provided constant width, while the central midfield trio controlled the tempo. San Marcos, playing a 4‑4‑2, could not contain Vallejo’s movement between the lines and rarely threatened the home goal.

Standout Players

• Vallejo’s No. 9: A goal and an assist, tireless running.
• Vallejo’s left‑back: Overlapping runs and a key involvement in the second goal.

Standings & Impact

The emphatic win lifted César Vallejo into the top four of the Liga 2 table, while FC San Marcos slipped into the bottom half. For Vallejo, the result was a statement of intent in their quest for a return to Peru’s top flight.