Saprissa and Luis Ángel Firpo draw 0-0 in Concacaf playoff first leg

Deportivo Saprissa and Luis Ángel Firpo played to a scoreless draw in the first leg of their Concacaf Champions Cup playoff at the Jorge “Mágico” González Stadium in El Salvador. While Firpo controlled much of the match and created several clear scoring opportunities through players like Diego Ortez and Styven Vásquez, Saprissa goalkeeper Abraham Madriz delivered a decisive performance to maintain the parity.

Saprissa manager Hernán Medford expressed satisfaction with the result, noting that the team’s ability to defend effectively in the second half and secure a scoreless draw away from home provides a favorable advantage for the return leg. However, some analysts and supporters criticized the team's overall performance, describing the defensive struggles and lack of offensive cohesion as a cause for concern.

The second leg is scheduled for October 28 at the Estadio Ricardo Saprissa Aymá in Costa Rica. The winner of the series will earn a direct spot in the 2027 Concacaf Champions Cup.