El Salvador fell to a 2-1 defeat against Suriname in World Cup qualifying on 9 September, a result that underlined the visitors' clinical finishing despite limited clear-cut opportunities. Playing in a defensive 5-3-2 formation, the hosts managed 11 shots but converted only one goal, with just two efforts finding the target. Suriname, deployed in a 4-2-3-1 shape, proved more efficient in front of goal, registering four shots on target from ten attempts overall. The Paramaribo side's goalkeeper made four saves from five shots faced, posting a 50 per cent save percentage and conceding exactly to expected goals. El Salvador's attacking approach generated volume but lacked penetration, while Suriname's compact midfield and counter-attacking threat proved decisive in a tightly contested CONCACAF Group A encounter. This loss leaves El Salvador searching for consistency in their qualifying campaign.