Municipal Pérez Zeledón held Liga Deportiva Alajuelense to a 1-1 draw in the Costa Rican Primera División on January 19, 2026. This result was considered a positive one for the hosts against one of the nation's traditional powerhouses. Pérez Zeledón took a surprise lead in the first half, scoring against the run of play to send the home fans into raptures. Alajuelense, as expected, controlled possession and pressure, eventually finding an equalizer through a headed goal from a corner in the second period. The visitors pushed hard for a winner in the closing stages, but Pérez Zeledón's defense, aided by some heroic goalkeeping, stood firm to earn a valuable point. This draw could be crucial for Pérez Zeledón's morale and league position, demonstrating their ability to compete with the top teams, while for Alajuelense, it represented two points dropped in their title defense.