Alcoyano could not close the match against Real Unión, finishing 1-1. The locals stayed on top most of the game, creating clear opportunities and earning plenty of corners and set pieces, but the visitors held firm and escaped with a point. Real Unión found a single goal in the 93rd minute of play, including extra time, while Alcoyano’s own goal in the closing stages sealed the moment of frustration for the home side once again.
The blue-and-whites began with intensity, pressing high and keeping the ball for long stretches. Their early moves kept their rivals pinned back for the opening half hour, and the home side controlled possession with ease, showing quick recovery when possession slipped away.
Alcoyano’s moment of pressure
The story of the first period saw Alcoyano strike early when the hosts opened the scoring not long after kick-off, lifting the home crowd with a bright attacking move. Seven minutes later the team extended the lead as a rebound off the guest defense was tucked away, signaling a timely boost to their confidence on the field.
Three minutes after the opener, Agüero looked to extend the advantage but struck the crossbar. Then, in a cruel twist of football luck, Real Unión found an equalizer without even forcing a shot on target. A clearance attempt from Castellano deflected into his own net, turning the balance in favor of the visitors.
The setback spurred Vicente Parras to push his side forward, and in the 35th minute, Aguero hit the post with a powerful strike after a promising move, reminding everyone that Alcoyano remained dangerous. Still, the first half finished with the score level and no reward for Alcoyano’s initiative.
aimless space
The second half began in much the same tempo as the first, with Alcoyano applying sustained pressure while Real Unión looked ready to strike on the break. The hosts could not puncture the opponent’s defensive line again, and the match drifted toward a stalemate despite moments of bright play and constant effort.
Alcayaño’s chances and a stubborn defensive showing
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The attempts to disrupt the contest continued with Agüero testing the goalkeeper Irazusta, while Liberto came close on another well-constructed cross from the right. Alcoyano’s attacking presence remained persistent, but the goal that would have tilted the match remained elusive as the minutes wore on.
The home team’s pursuit of victory kept its momentum, yet the clock pressed on. Real Unión’s defense held firm, and changes aimed at strengthening the back line did little to change the overall pattern of a tight and tactical game. As the final whistle approached, the dream of clinching all three points faded for Alcoyano.
DATA SHEET
CD ALCOYANO: Bañuz, Primi, Álvaro Vega, Juanan, Agüero (Fran Miranda, 76), Liberto (Soler, 76), Moyita, Lillo Castellano, Armental (Koke Saiz, 66), Pablo Carbonell and Alcaina.
REAL UNION: Irazusta, Montoro, Iván Pérez, Rivero (Andrada, 74), Parada, Azkue, Aramburu (Julian Luque, 46), Miguel Santos, Gagua (Ander Pérez, 74), Bravo (Marc Vales, 84) and Nacho Sánchez (Beobide, 46).
REFEREE: Sergio Usón Rosel. For Real Unión, Miguel Santos showed yellow cards to Azkue, Rivero, Gagua, Iván Pérez and Marc Vales.
GOALS: 1-0, 7th minute, Alcaina. 1-1, 32 minutes, Lillo Castellano (own goal)
STADIUM: El Collao.