In the second match of Group A, Surinam celebrated a narrow 2-1 victory over El Salvador this Monday. The home team took the lead through an own goal by Anfernee Dijksteel in the 28th minute of the second half. For El Salvador, Radinio Balker scored in the 12th minute, while Dhoraso Klas netted a crucial goal for Surinam in the 36th minute of the second half.
Dhoraso Klas was the standout player of the match, scoring one of Surinam’s goals and significantly contributing to their offensive play.
Defensively, Radinio Balker also made his mark, helping secure their win with a goal of his own. His performance was vital for Surinam throughout the match.
El Salvador’s coach, Hernán Darío Gómez, opted for a 5-3-2 formation, featuring Mario González in goal, with a defensive lineup of Jefferson Valladares, Julio Sibrián, Henry Romero, Ronald Rodríguez, and Diego Flores. The midfield was composed of Darwin Cerén, Mauricio Cerritos, and Brayan Landaverde, supporting forwards Nathan Ordaz and Brayan Gil.
In contrast, Surinam, managed by Stanley Menzo, employed a 4-5-1 formation. Etienne Vaessen guarded the net, backed by defenders Liam van Gelderen, Radinio Balker, Shaquille Pinas, and Djevencio van der Kust. The midfield trio consisted of Justin Lonwijk, Kenneth Paal, and Jean-Paul Boëtius, with Sheraldo Becker and Richonell Margaret providing support upfront.
The game was officiated by referee Adonai Escobedo González.
Looking ahead, El Salvador will host Panama in their next fixture, while Surinam faces Guatemala at home.
Substitutions for El Salvador
44’ 1T – Nathan Ordaz was replaced by Styven Vásquez.
83’ 2T – Mauricio Cerritos was substituted for Noel Rivera.
Yellow Cards for El Salvador:
40’ 1T – Brayan Gil (Unsporting behavior)
34’ 2T – Julio Sibrián (Unsporting behavior)
46’ 2T – Henry Romero (Unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for Surinam
69’ 2T – Jean-Paul Boëtius off for Dhoraso Klas, Gleofilo Vlijter off for Denzel Jubitana, Brayan Landaverde off for Josh Pérez, and Ronald Rodríguez off for Harold Osorio.
70’ 2T – Liam van Gelderen off for Anfernee Dijksteel.
86’ 2T – Richonell Margaret off for Jaden Montnor and Justin Lonwijk off for Dion Malone.
Yellow Cards for Surinam:
39’ 2T – Dhoraso Klas (Unsporting behavior)