LD Alajuelense claimed a massive 1-0 away victory over arch-rivals Deportivo Saprissa in a tense Costa Rican Clásico on August 31st, 2025. The match at the Estadio Ricardo Saprissa was decided by a single, decisive goal in the second half. In a typically fiery and closely contested encounter, both teams had chances, but it was Alajuelense who showed more composure in front of goal. Their defense then held firm under intense late pressure from Saprissa to secure a famous win. This result had major implications at the top of the Primera Division table, handing the initiative to Alajuelense in the title race and dealing a psychological blow to their greatest rivals.