AD Municipal Liberia and Deportivo Saprissa played to a 1-1 draw in the Costa Cup on March 26, 2026, in a tightly contested match that saw both teams share the points. The final score of 1-1 reflects a game of few clear chances but high intensity, with neither side able to find a decisive winner in the second half. The match began with Saprissa, the traditional powerhouse, controlling possession and creating the better early opportunities. They broke the deadlock midway through the first half with a well-worked team goal, putting the visitors ahead. Liberia responded with increased pressure after the break and found their equalizer from a set-piece situation, with a powerful header beating the Saprissa goalkeeper. The key incident came late in the game when Saprissa had a goal disallowed for a marginal offside call after a VAR review, a decision that sparked controversy among the away team's bench. Standout performances included the Liberia goalkeeper, who made several crucial saves to preserve the point, and Saprissa's creative midfielder, who dictated play for large periods. The result leaves both teams in a mid-table position in the Costa Cup group stage, with Saprissa perhaps more disappointed to have dropped two points against a determined opponent. Post-match, the Liberia manager praised his team's resilience, stating, "We showed great character to come back against a top side." The Saprissa coach lamented the disallowed goal, saying, "The fine margins went against us today, but we must be more clinical."