Benjamin Aceval 1–1 Deportivo Capiata: Stalemate in Paraguayan Division Intermedia

Benjamin Aceval and Deportivo Capiata played out a 1–1 draw in the Paraguayan Division Intermedia on 7 July 2026 at the Estadio Benjamín Aceval. The result left both sides hovering around the middle of the table in the second-tier competition, with neither able to seize full control of the match.

The home side took the lead in the 32nd minute through a well-taken goal from striker Juan Villalba. He collected a pass on the edge of the area, turned his marker, and curled a left-footed effort into the far corner. Deportivo Capiata responded well and equalized just before halftime when midfielder Pedro López headed home from a free-kick delivery.

Second-half stalemate

The second half saw few clear-cut chances as both defences tightened up. Benjamin Aceval pushed forward in the final 15 minutes but were unable to find a winner, with goalkeeper Carlos Benítez making a crucial save in the 82nd minute to deny a close-range header. Deportivo Capiata also had a late opportunity, but the ball flashed wide of the post.

The draw left Benjamin Aceval in 9th place with 22 points from 16 matches, while Deportivo Capiata sat one point behind in 11th. Neither side has been in strong promotion form, but both remain within striking distance of the top six.

Team analysis

• Benjamin Aceval: Solid defensively but lacking creativity in the final third. They have now drawn four of their last six matches.
• Deportivo Capiata: Efficient on the break but struggled to maintain possession (only 41%). Their inability to convert chances remains a concern.

Both teams will be targeting better results in their next outings as the Division Intermedia season approaches its halfway point. A win could have propelled either side into the promotion conversation, but they will have to settle for a single point each.