Puntarenas FC completed a league double over Sporting FC with a 2-1 away win on February 22, 2026. The Costa Rica Primera Division fixture, kicking off at 08:00, saw the visitors come from behind or hold a lead to secure a valuable three points on the road. After a competitive first half, Puntarenas found the goals needed in the second period to overturn any deficit or extend an advantage. This result highlighted Puntarenas's impressive and gritty form, moving them further up the standings, while for Sporting, the defeat was a setback after their famous win over Alajuelense the previous week.