Saprissa - Alajuela Take Care of Business at Home
On Wednesday Alajuela beat Puntarenas FC 2-0 in the first match of their home and home series. Puntarenas has been fierce at home, but now needs to win by 3 goals to advance. A 2 goal advantage would force overtime, which could lead to a penalty shoot-out. The Alajuela players and fans were satisfied with the result, while guarding against over confidence.
On Thursday, Saprissa needed a penalty (hand ball) to gain a slim 1-0 victory over Brujas. The match on Sunday will be in the National Stadium.