Panama City, Panama – October 2, 2025 - A late goal by Brayan Moya propelled Real España to the semifinals of the 2025 Central American Cup, dramatically eliminating plaza Amador after a 2-2 aggregate draw. MoyaS 87th-minute strike ignited celebrations for the Honduran club and ended Plaza Amador’s remarkable 21-game undefeated streak.
Real España captain Jhow Benavidez had leveled the tie with a penalty kick just before halftime, answering Ricardo Phillips’ 75th-minute equalizer for Plaza Amador. The first leg saw Plaza Amador secure a narrow 1-0 victory, setting the stage for a tense return match at the Rommel Fernández stadium.Real España coach Jeaustin Campos watched from the stands, serving a suspension.
Moya, subbed on in the 87th minute for Maylor Núñez, proved decisive, converting a Yeison Moreno assist to secure the win. “Grateful to God for the opportunity he gave me to be able to score, I knew that at any time I could enter and help the team,” Moya said after the match.
The striker also praised his teammates, singling out goalkeeper ‘Buba’ López for his contribution. “Also the effort made by the boys, the goalkeeper who contributed a lot, the truth that we are very happy, we are satisfied for Honduras,” he added. Moya attributed the team’s comeback to their unwavering spirit. “Never give up, we have a group that has always wanted more, than anything else, and there it was demonstrated,” he stated, reflecting on overcoming the first-leg deficit.
