On a scheduled Saturday at 19:00, Alcoyano hosts Barça Atlètic with a clear objective: end a stubborn skid and secure a victory that would evoke a win from 51 years ago on their home ground. Across the teams’ history, they met sixteen times across different leagues including the Third Division, Second B, First Federation, and Second Division. Barça’s reserve side holds the edge in ten of those meetings, while Alcoyano managed four wins and two draws, both of which came in the Third Division during the 1971/72 season’s final stretch.
Coach Vincent Parra faces a tactical dilemma as his team rides a five-game unbeaten run and sits as the league’s second-best visiting side. Although recent results away from home have not included a win in front of their own fans since late November, El Collao remains a fortress for Alcoyano, a venue where success has persisted despite visitors proving difficult.
Alcoyano travels with the full squad minus midfielder Imanol García, who is sidelined by injury. Rubén Lobato was initially listed as doubtful but has shown improvement through the week and earned a place in the squad after overcoming a muscular issue.
El Alcoyano adds one point to continue out of danger (1-1)
With three players in the running for two starting positions, Parra must decide between José Soler, Adrián Armental, and Liberto Beltrán for the opening XI. The anticipated lineup could feature Miguel Bañuz in goal; Lillo, Primi, Álvaro Vega, and Pablo Carbonell in defense; Armental or Soler, Fran Miranda, Juanan, and Armental or Liberto in midfield; Moyita and Raúl Alcaina leading the attack. Parra stressed that the key to success is to impose their tempo and keep the match on their terms. He urged honesty and mental resilience, especially when facing Barça Atlètic’s early pressure and individual talent. The plan he outlined was simple: defend stoutly, stay compact, and seize moments when the opportunity arises. The coach’s confidence shone through: the focus is on Alcoyano, not the opponent, and every ball must be fought for with grit and determination.
Parra explained that a crucial aspect of the game would be patience, waiting for the right moments to counter or puncture the defense. He emphasized the need to stay mentally strong, endure bursts of pressure, and then strike decisively when the time is right. He added that the team would approach the match with the same hunger that has defined their recent performances, knowing that a few clean performances could turn the tide in their favor. He reminded the squad that points on offer in this fixture are valuable, offering life to a campaign that has shown both promise and fragility. The message was clear: compete with pride in every area of the field, and leave nothing behind on the pitch.
On this occasion, Parra’s focus was not on the opponent’s reputation but on maximizing Alcoyano’s strengths. The plan was to be direct when possible, to press when advantageous, and to maintain organization in the back line. The head coach insisted that the team would fight for every ball and that the result would hinge on disciplined execution, collective effort, and a willingness to endure the contest’s physical demands. The atmosphere surrounding the squad reflected a belief that the next 90 minutes could define the club’s immediate fortunes, with supporters hoping for a breakthrough to lift the team further from danger.
The clash promises a measured tactical duel as Alcoyano aims to translate preparation into performance. The home crowd will be hoping for a controlled, purposeful display that translates into positive results. The players understand that this match could represent a turning point in a season that has offered both challenge and opportunity in equal measure. In their discussions before kickoff, the team’s unity and resolve were evident, signaling readiness to contend on a stage where every moment counts.
As the game approaches, fans and analysts alike anticipate a contest defined by resilience, smart pressing, and the ability to convert limited chances. The outcome remains in the balance, but the emphasis lies on Alcoyano’s capacity to impose their game plan and extract value from the occasion. The club’s supporters will be hopeful that the squad can translate plan into points, maintaining momentum in the campaign and continuing to chart a secure path away from danger.