Alcoyano said goodbye to its supporters with a narrow defeat as Nàstic de Tarragona arrived in La Collao with confidence, aiming to secure a promotion spot and climb into the SmartBank League. Pablo Fernández’s solitary strike proved decisive, sealing the visiting team’s fourth consecutive win and sending them toward the playoffs in a dramatic league finale that left the home crowd contemplative yet proud of their side’s effort.
From the opening whistle, Alcoyano faced a challenge laid out by a Nàstic side intent on seizing opportunities. Manager Vincent Parras chose to rotate his lineup, giving a chance to players who don’t usually feature prominently in league fixtures. The decision added an element of unpredictability to the match, with Tomaz lining up as the first-choice keeper for Alcoyano, ready to repel the visitors’ early momentum.
In a first half that looked balanced on the scoreboard, the Catalan outfit showed sharper forward incursions and created several moments of danger. The breakthrough came in the 28th minute when a swift combination originated near the right flank. Del Campo threaded a precise pass to Pablo Fernández, who timed his run perfectly to slip past the covering defender and place a precise strike beyond Tomaz. The early goal electrified the stands but also set the tone for a contest that would become a tactical chess match between two determined teams.
After the break, the match intensified as Alcoyano pushed forward to defend their position and force a result in their favor. The home team pressed higher up the pitch, looking to capitalize on any lapse in the visitors’ shape and take control of the proceedings. Despite their best efforts, Alcoyano found Manu García in superb form, denying several clear chances and keeping the scoreline within reach for a longer period. The pressure continued to mount as the second half wore on, with Alcoyano’s defense holding firm against the brisk forward movement of Nàstic while working to create their own opportunities on the counter attack.
DATA SHEET:
CD ALCOYANO: Tomaz, Lillo (Toni Abad. 71), Primi, Raúl, Pablo Carbonell (Antón, 56), Imanol (Dani Vega, 71), Fran Miranda, Juli (Return, 56), Andy, Juanan (Ángel López, 48) and Gabarre.
NÀSTIC DE TARRAGONA: Manu García, Bonilla (Nil Jiménez, 46), Pol (Elías, 81), Ribelles, Del Campo, Quintanilla, Aythami, Edgar Hernández (Albarran, 81), Pablo Fernández (Dani Romera, 62), Robert (Carbiá, 68) and Joan Oriol.
REFEREE: Antonio Alberola Rojas (Castellano-Manchego). He showed yellow cards to Toni Abad and Revert for Alcoyano and Bonilla for Nàstic.
GOAL: 0-1, 28 minutes, Pablo Fernández.
STADIUM: El Collao
Alcoyano offered a spirited farewell performance, balancing the tempo against a confident Nàstic outfit. The visitors’ defense remained resolute as the clock ticked down, forcing the home side to search for a breakthrough in the closing stages. Although the final score reflected a narrow margin, the match showcased the character and resilience of Alcoyano, who pushed for a late equalizer while acknowledging the quality of their opponents. The supporters will remember the brave push to the end, the disciplined organization on defense, and the moments when the substitutions added fresh life to a game that shifted in intensity as the second period unfolded.
DATA SHEET:
CD ALCOYANO: Tomaz, Lillo (Toni Abad. 71), Primi, Raúl, Pablo Carbonell (Antón, 56), Imanol (Dani Vega, 71), Fran Miranda, Juli (Return, 56), Andy, Juanan (Ángel López) 48) and Gabarre.
NÀSTIC DE TARRAGONA: Manu García, Bonilla (Nil Jiménez, 46), Pol (Elías, 81), Ribelles, Del Campo, Quintanilla, Aythami, Edgar Hernández (Albarran, 81), Pablo Fernández (Dani Romera, 62), Robert (Carbiá, 68) and Joan Oriol.
REFEREE: Antonio Alberola Rojas (Castellano-Manchego). He showed yellow cards to Toni Abad and Revert for Alcoyano and Bonilla for Nàstic.
GOAL: 0-1, 28 minutes, Pablo Fernandez.
STADIUM: El Collao