3 de Noviembre 1-1 Resistencia SC: Stalemate in Paraguayan Division Intermedia

Estadio 3 de Noviembre, Asunción — 24 May 2026

3 de Noviembre and Resistencia SC shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw in the Paraguayan Division Intermedia on Sunday, a result that did little to separate two mid-table sides looking to climb toward the promotion places.

Match Overview

The match began at a lively tempo, with Resistencia SC taking the lead inside the first 10 minutes. A swift counter-attack caught the home defence flat-footed, and striker Elías Riquelme slotted home from close range. 3 de Noviembre responded well, dominating possession but struggling to break down a stubborn Resistencia defence.

Equaliser and Second Half

The hosts’ pressure finally paid off in the 38th minute when midfielder Diego Benítez latched onto a loose ball inside the box and drove a low shot past the goalkeeper. The goal galvanised 3 de Noviembre, but they could not find a winner before half-time. The second half was a more cautious affair, with both teams wary of committing too many men forward.

Key Moments

• 8’ — Elías Riquelme finishes after a quick breakaway to give Resistencia the lead.
• 38’ — Diego Benítez equalises for 3 de Noviembre with a composed finish.
• 67’ — Resistencia’s goalkeeper Juan Martínez makes a brilliant save to deny a header from a corner.
• 85’ — 3 de Noviembre hit the post through a long-range shot from substitute Aldo Vera.

Standout Performers

• Diego Benítez (3 de Noviembre): Scored the equaliser and was the creative hub for his side.
• Juan Martínez (Resistencia SC): Made a vital second-half save to preserve the point.
• Elías Riquelme (Resistencia SC): Took his goal well and worked hard leading the line.

Table Context

The draw left 3 de Noviembre in eighth place on 27 points, while Resistencia SC remained ninth with 26 points, both five points adrift of the promotion play-off positions. In a tightly contested league, dropping points at home could prove costly for 3 de Noviembre’s ambitions.

What’s Next

3 de Noviembre face a tough away trip to league leaders Rubio Ñu next week, while Resistencia SC host Deportivo Capiatá in a winnable fixture.