Honduras defeats Costa Rica, 2-1, to win Central American Cup
By FRANCO PANIZO
The 2011 Central American Cup in Panama came to a close on Sunday, and World Cup participant Honduras walked away victorious.
Honduras claimed its third Central American title, defeating a 10-man Costa Rica side, 2-1, in Panama City. Los Catrachos took an early lead through a rifled finish from close range by Walter Martinez in the 8th minute, and Emil Martinez added a second off a free kick in the 53rd.
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