LD Alajuelense secured a convincing 1-3 away win against Guadalupe FC in the Primera Division on January 28, 2026. The victory reinforced Alajuelense's status as one of the top teams in the Costa Rican league. The visitors started strongly and took an early lead, silencing the home crowd. Guadalupe FC managed to equalize before halftime, giving them hope for the second half. However, Alajuelense reasserted their dominance after the break, scoring two quick goals to put the game beyond the home side's reach. The away team controlled the tempo for the remainder of the match, showcasing their superior technical quality and experience. The three points kept Alajuelense firmly in the title race, while Guadalupe FC was left to contemplate a defeat that dented their own ambitions. The Alajuelense manager praised his team's response after conceding the equalizer and their clinical finishing in key moments.