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Veraguas Dominates Herrera in Thrilling Match
*Panama City, July 19, 2025* – Veraguas emphatically defeated Herrera in a match corresponding to the first day of the Clausura of the Liga Panameña de Fútbol. The match, played under the watchful eyes of the fans, ended with a score that reflected Veraguas’ superiority in finishing.
The match started with intensity, evidenced by early yellow cards for Juan Sagel and Javier Gondola of Veraguas in the 7th and 17th minutes respectively. The first half passed without goals, but after the break, the Veraguas team came out with renewed energy. Juan Sagel redeemed himself from his booking by opening the scoring in the 49th minute. Carlos Rivera extended the lead in the 56th minute, consolidating his team’s dominance.
Although Herrera tried to react, showing a combative attitude that earned them several yellow cards in the second half, Veraguas maintained control. Amable Pinzón scored the third goal for Veraguas in the 80th minute, practically sealing the victory. Herrera managed to pull one back in the 86th minute, but a late goal in the 90th minute by Veraguas sealed the match. The match ended with a series of bookings for Veraguas in added time.
Although the possession and corner stats are unknown, Veraguas showed greater effectiveness in front of goal, resulting in a total of 6 shots on target and 4 off target, compared to Herrera’s 7 on target and 4 off target. Veraguas’ tactical discipline, marked by 12 fouls and numerous yellow cards (without expulsions), contrasted with Herrera’s 5 fouls, who also accumulated yellow cards (without expulsions).
The teams lined up as follows:
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