AD San Carlos fell to a 3-1 defeat at home against league giants Deportivo Saprissa in a Costa Rican Primera Division clash on March 23, 2026. The result at the Estadio Carlos Ugalde Álvarez solidified Saprissa's position at the top of the league table while leaving San Carlos with a tough task in their mid-table battle. Saprissa demonstrated their championship credentials by coming from behind to secure a convincing victory on the road. The home side took a surprising early lead, sending their fans into a frenzy, but the visitors responded with characteristic resilience. They equalized before halftime and then took control in the second period, adding two more goals to seal the three points. The match's key turning point was a clinical finish from Saprissa's star forward just after the hour mark, which broke San Carlos's spirit. The performance underlined Saprissa's attacking depth, with multiple players getting on the scoresheet. For San Carlos, the defensive frailties that have plagued their season were exposed once again. The result sees Saprissa extend their lead at the summit, while San Carlos remains in the lower half of the standings, needing to find consistency quickly. The San Carlos manager lamented his team's inability to hold their lead, while the Saprissa coach praised his squad's professional response to adversity.