Sport Huancayo 1–0 AD Tarma: Narrow Win Keeps Rojo Matador in Contention

Sport Huancayo edged past AD Tarma with a 1–0 victory at the Estadio Huancayo on 27 June 2026, a gritty result that kept the ‘Rojo Matador’ firmly in the hunt for a top spot in the Copa de la Liga. The lone goal, scored in the 32nd minute by striker Jhonatan Bazán, was enough to separate the sides on a night when clear chances were at a premium.

Match Overview

Both teams entered the contest knowing that a win was essential to maintain pressure on the league leaders. The first half was tightly contested, with midfield battles dominating the play. Sport Huancayo gradually began to assert control through their wide play, and the breakthrough came when a whipped cross from the left found Bazán unmarked at the far post to head home from six yards.

AD Tarma responded with increased urgency after the break, enjoying spells of possession and forcing several saves from home goalkeeper Diego Campos. However, the visitors’ finishing let them down, with their best chance coming in the 71st minute when a free kick struck the crossbar.

Key Moments

• 32' – 1–0: Jhonatan Bazán meets a precise cross with a powerful header to open the scoring.
• 55' – Save: Diego Campos denies an AD Tarma striker from a tight angle, preserving the lead.
• 71' – Miss: AD Tarma’s free kick rattles the crossbar – the closest they came to an equaliser.
• 90+2' – Block: Last-ditch defending by Sport Huancayo’s centre-back José Paredes secures all three points.

Tactical Story

Sport Huancayo set up in a compact 4-4-2, aiming to absorb pressure and hit on the break. Their full-backs pushed high to support the wingers, and it was that overload on the left flank that created the goal. After scoring, they dropped deeper, inviting AD Tarma to come forward but maintaining excellent defensive shape. The visitors, deploying a 4-2-3-1, struggled to break down a well‑organised backline and often resorted to speculative long shots.

The match became increasingly physical in the second half, with both sides committing fouls in midfield. AD Tarma’s lack of a creative spark in the final third proved costly, as they failed to register a shot on target in the final 20 minutes.

Standout Players

• Jhonatan Bazán (Sport Huancayo) – Scored the decisive goal and worked tirelessly as a lone target man.
• Diego Campos (Sport Huancayo) – Made two crucial saves and commanded his area well under pressure.
• Miguel Ángel Sánchez (AD Tarma) – The most dangerous player for the visitors, but his shots lacked the necessary accuracy.

Season Impact

The win moved Sport Huancayo into third place in the Copa de la Liga standings, just two points behind the leaders with a game in hand. For AD Tarma, the narrow loss exposed their continued difficulty in converting possession into goals. They remain in the middle of the pack but have now lost three of their last five matches, denting their playoff aspirations.

Sport Huancayo’s disciplined performance showcased a growing defensive maturity under their coach, and they will aim to carry that form into their next fixture against a struggling opponent. AD Tarma, meanwhile, need to rediscover their scoring touch to keep their season alive.