South American football updates: Sport Huancayo leads Clausura

Various football developments are occurring across South America. In Paraguay's División Intermedia, Resistencia Sport Club secured a 2-1 comeback victory against Sportivo Carapeguá, moving to ninth place with 39 points. The Asociación Paraguaya de Fútbol (APF) has also announced the officiating assignments for the upcoming penultimate round of the tournament, including VAR support for several key matches.

In Peru, Sport Huancayo has taken the sole lead in the Torneo Clausura after a 2-1 comeback win against Cusco FC. This result places them at 25 points, three ahead of Deportivo Garcilaso, Sporting Cristal, and Alianza Atlético. Additionally, FBC Melgar is set to face Deportivo Garcilaso in Arequipa, a match viewed as a decisive moment for the tournament's conclusion.

In Argentina, the Copa Bariloche 2026 will reach its final at the Estadio Municipal José Antonio Jalil, featuring a matchup between Arco Iris and Cruz del Sur. Meanwhile, in Chile, Cultural Maipú prepares for a critical promotion playoff match against Laja Histórico at the Estadio Santiago Bueras.

In Peru, Club Deportivo Municipal de Chacos is organizing a presentation for its squad and new kit ahead of the Tradición Copera 2026 tournament, featuring an exhibition match against Ecosem Pasco.