ADT Stuns Cusco with Early Strike and Late Finish in 2-0 Road Triumph
Cusco, Peru — ADT delivered a clinical away performance at Estadio Inca Garcilaso de la Vega, shocking second-placed Cusco FC with a 2-0 victory that could reshape the title race in the Peru Primera División Apertura.
The game opened with an electrifying start as João Rojas found the net in the very first minute, silencing the home crowd and putting Cusco instantly under pressure. The early goal forced Cusco into chase mode, but despite their possession and attacking momentum, the hosts struggled to break down a resolute ADT defense. Cusco’s attempts to equalize were frustrated repeatedly, with ADT’s back line maintaining discipline and composure throughout the first half.
Cusco entered the match as favorites, riding strong home form and sitting high in the standings, but ADT executed their game plan with poise, absorbing pressure and threatening on the counter. The tactical setup paid dividends in the dying moments: D'Alessandro Montenegro doubled the visitors’ lead in the 86th minute, capitalizing on a defensive lapse and sealing a memorable win for ADT.
Key moments included a disallowed goal for Cusco just before the hour mark, which could have changed the complexion of the match. The home side pressed forward with urgency, but ADT’s goalkeeper and defense, marshaled by a standout performance from Óscar Pinto, kept Cusco at bay.
ADT’s victory marks a significant turnaround, having lost four of their previous five encounters against Cusco. The win lifts ADT up the table and injects confidence into their campaign after an inconsistent start. For Cusco, the defeat is a setback in their pursuit of the Apertura crown, ending a run of strong results and exposing vulnerabilities against organized opposition.
Player ratings highlight João Rojas and D'Alessandro Montenegro as the standout performers, each registering a goal and impacting both ends of the pitch. Cusco’s attacking stars, including their leading scorer, struggled to make their mark in front of a frustrated home crowd.
The broader implication: ADT’s win throws open the title race, proving that the league’s mid-table sides can upset the established order. Cusco will need to regroup quickly as the pressure mounts, while ADT’s traveling supporters can celebrate a result that may redefine their season.
For full match highlights and tactical analysis, Youtube recap videos showcase Rojas’ rapid opener and Montenegro’s clinical finish, along with defensive heroics that shaped this pivotal clash.