Two historic rivals, Alcoyano and Murcia, face off this Saturday at El Collao in a match with major implications for both clubs. The local board moved decisively to create a predominantly Alcoyano atmosphere and to reduce the presence of visiting supporters inside the stadium.
The plan involved discounted ticketing targeted at Alcoyano season ticket holders. The aim was to cultivate a home-friendly crowd and minimize Murcia fans inside the venue, strengthening the home-team advantage on matchday.
Ticket pricing stands at 5 euros for General – Lateral, Goal A, and Goal B sections, and 10 euros for the Stands. Season ticket holders may purchase as many seats as needed, available only at the club offices between 10:30 and 19:30 today and tomorrow.
Online sales are available as well, but access is restricted to the club’s website and limited to members. Public online purchasing is blocked to prevent bulk orders from Murcia supporters.
The club held a meeting on Monday evening and urged supporters to participate. As they bid farewell to the season with a home game on Saturday, Vicente Parras’ squad feels a strong backing from the stands.
In the Primera Federación, Alcoyano sits in a position where a positive result would mathematically secure their continued presence in the league. There are two days left to collect points that would guarantee another campaign in the division.
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Vicente Parras’ squad arrive on the back of one of their best performances of the campaign, traveling to Lezama and defeating Athletic B 1-3. They have been among the strongest outfits in the closing stretch, posting a five-match unbeaten run as the season nears its end.
Midfielder José Antonio Soler, speaking as Alcoyano prepares for the Murcia clash, described Saturday’s game as decisive for league safety. The central message was clear: win and secure top-flight status, easing the journey to Tarragona next week with safety already in hand.
The winger stressed that the atmosphere inside El Collao could be a decisive factor. “Anyone who knows El Collao understands that when the fans push, the opposition often falters. The stands should carry the majority of the game on Saturday, offering support and celebrating safety together once it’s over,” he said. Although Alcoyano has drawn two home games recently, Soler remains confident in the team as the season winds down at El Collao.
He reminded listeners that their last home defeat to the top rivals Amorebieta underscored the fact that big teams suit Alcoyano’s strengths. The squad remains focused on maximizing chances against Murcia and leaving no doubt about their ambitions for the closing weeks of the campaign.
Rather than overanalyzing potential outcomes, the coach emphasized a results-first approach. “We should concentrate on ourselves and not dwell on other matches. We have faced high-stakes challenges lately, but this one feels like a true final: a win would bring us closer to our objective,” he explained. The crew’s mood mirrors the urgency in the El Collao stands as supporters prepare to back the team in a season-defining moment.
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