Deportivo Shalon 2-3 Club Ingenieros — Bolivian Reserve Cup, 9 June 2026

Club Ingenieros edged a five‑goal thriller against Deportivo Shalon in the Bolivian Reserve Cup, battling back from an early deficit to claim a narrow victory. The match, played at the Cancha de Deportivo Shalon, provided plenty of entertainment for the modest crowd and underlined the depth of young talent in Bolivian reserve football.

First‑half turnaround

Deportivo Shalon stunned the visitors by taking the lead inside the opening five minutes. A fast break down the right ended with a low cross that was turned home at the near post. Shalon doubled their lead midway through the first half, capitalising on a defensive mix‑up to make it 2‑0. But Club Ingenieros refused to fold. They pulled one back just before the half‑hour mark through a well‑struck volley, and then equalised on the stroke of half‑time from a penalty after a handball in the box.

Second‑half decider

The momentum shifted decisively after the interval. Club Ingenieros took the lead for the first time in the 62nd minute, when their striker latched onto a through‑ball and slotted coolly past the goalkeeper. Shalon pushed for an equaliser, forcing a series of saves from the Ingenieros keeper, but the visitors’ backline held firm. A late red card for a Shalon midfielder reduced them to ten men, making the comeback even more improbable.

Key moments

• 5’ – Shalon opener: quick counter‑attack finished clinically.
• 28’ – Ingenieros first goal: a stunning volley that sparked the revival.
• 45’+2 – Penalty equaliser: composed slot to level before the break.
• 62’ – Winning goal: a clever run and finish that sealed the points.
• 88’ – Red card: Shalon’s midfielder sent off for a second yellow.

Standout performers

• Club Ingenieros No. 9 – Scored the equaliser and the winner, showcasing poacher’s instincts.
• Deportivo Shalon left‑back – Assisted the opening goal and made several overlapping runs before fading in the second half.
• Ingenieros goalkeeper – Made five saves after the break to preserve the lead.

Reserve Cup implications

The result boosts Club Ingenieros’ chances of advancing from the group stage, while Deportivo Shalon will rue their inability to hold a two‑goal lead. The Bolivian Reserve Cup continues to serve as a vital development platform, and matches like this highlight the competitive spirit among the country’s emerging footballers.