Nacional Montevideo came from behind to secure a 2-1 away victory over Boston River in the Uruguay Primera Division on February 9, 2026. The traditional powerhouse showed its championship pedigree by overturning a first-half deficit to claim a hard-fought three points. Boston River shocked the visitors by taking the lead against the run of play, scoring from a well-executed set-piece midway through the first half. Nacional increased the pressure after the break and found their equalizer through a powerful strike from the edge of the area. The winner arrived with about fifteen minutes remaining, as Nacional's forward finished a flowing team move with a precise shot into the bottom corner. Boston River fought valiantly but could not find a second equalizer against a disciplined Nacional defense. The victory kept Nacional firmly in the upper echelons of the league table early in the season. The Nacional coach praised his team's patience and quality to break down a stubborn opponent.