The Brazilian side secured a win in their opening match, as did Las Costeñas, UES, and Barra de Santiago.
The women’s competition of the Americas Winners Cup finally kicked off at the Estadio Flor Blanca in San Salvador. The first day of the tournament showcased some brilliant goals to the audience in attendance and to all those watching the games on BeachSoccer TV.
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The tournament’s opening match day began with Costa Rica’s Las Costeñas defeating the local team San Marcelino 6-4. The Costa Ricans were always in control of the match, with Lee scoring a brace.
In the same group, Santa Cruz got off to a strong start against Barra de Santiago, leading 3-1 with nine minutes to go. However, a hat-trick from the inspired Irma Cordero turned the game around, and the Salvadoran side triumphed 4-3.
In Group B, the defending champions São Pedro appeared to have the match under control, leading 4-2 with just over five minutes remaining. However, Botafogo (USA) refused to give up and brought drama to the final moments of the game. Garzon equalised with a minute and a half left, but Noele quickly restored the Brazilian lead. Then, with just one second remaining, Hunter scored a dramatic equaliser, seemingly sending the match into extra time. But then, the game’s heroine, Tai, fired a shot from midfield in the dying seconds, completing her hat-trick and securing the 3 points for São Pedro.
In an all-Salvadoran clash, UES defeated Costa Del Sol 7-3, with Oray, Perez, and Calderón all scoring twice.
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Results
Group A
San Marcelino (SLV) 4-6 Las Costeñas (CRC)
Santa Cruz (USA) 3-4 Barra de Santiago (SLV)
Group B
Botafogo (USA) 5-6 São Pedro (BRA)
BS-UES (SLV) 7-3 Costa del Sol (SLV)