ALVERCA DO RIBATEJO, Portugal (Interstat) — Cunupia opened its Ascension Invitational Tournament campaign with a 2-1 victory over Central Soccer W on Saturday at Campo Futebol Clube Alverca.

The match, part of the Trinidad and Tobago-organized Division 1 tournament, saw three goals in a seven-minute span. Substitute Rodri Alonso broke the deadlock for Central Soccer W in the 62nd minute, but Cunupia responded quickly. Forward Sandro Lima equalized in the 69th minute, and forward Nabil Touaizi netted the decisive goal later in the second half.

Four yellow cards were issued in a physical contest, including bookings for substitutes Michel and Figueiredo in stoppage time. The result gave Cunupia a winning start in the competition, while Central Soccer W began with a loss.