Match Report
6 matches unbeaten backed Dominican Republic's arrival, having scored in 6 consecutive games. Over the last five, Dominican Republic had taken 13 of 15 points to Puerto Rico's 7.
The head-to-head ledger counts 4 games: 2 Dominican Republic wins, 1 for Puerto Rico, 1 draw, at 2.75 goals per meeting. Home advantage has meant little here: 25% of the meetings went to the host.
The venue was Estadio Cibao, with room for 10,000 spectators. Half-time and full-time told different stories: Dominican Republic led 1-0 at the break, before 1 more goal closed it at 2-0.
Goal scorers
Dominican Republic: Mariano Díaz (20'), Junior Firpo (85')
Key stats
Possession: Dominican Republic 50% · Puerto Rico 50% · Total shots: 11-3 · On target: 5-0 · Corners: 4-5