Puntarenas FC produced a stunning 2-0 home victory over league heavyweights LD Alajuelense on March 1, 2026. The Costa Rica Primera Division match, with a 09:00 kick-off, was a masterclass in defensive organization and clinical counter-attacking from the hosts. Puntarenas scored a goal in each half to shock the visitors, with their goalkeeper making several key saves to preserve the clean sheet. This result was one of the biggest surprises of the season, dramatically boosting Puntarenas's league standing and dealing a severe blow to Alajuelense's title ambitions.