Alcoyano secures a 0-2 pre-season win against AFE amid contract pursuits
In a Saturday friendly, Alcoyano faced a squad of unattached players seeking contracts for the upcoming season. The match unfolded with purpose from the start, as the hosts pressed forward while the visitors looked to showcase their readiness for competitive football. The visitors struck first half goals from Agüero, whose sharp movement and finishing precision set the tone. In the later stages, Sahuquillo added a second goal for Alcoyano, sealing the comfortable victory for the visitors. The outcome provided a clear signal of the team’s attacking intent and the depth available as the summer training cycle progresses. This result also highlighted how pre-season tests serve as a proving ground for players chasing professional terms and for managers to assess fitness, cohesion, and tactical fit ahead of the new campaign. [Attribution: Alcoyano pre-season report]
Alcoyano edges Yeclano 0-1 in a tight pre-season clash
At Pinatar Arena, Vicente Parras’ squad completed another preparatory test before the regular season in the First RFEF. The game produced a narrow victory that underscored the team’s defensive discipline and efficient finishing. Across a series of friendly outings this month, Alcoyano had taken notable results including an 0-8 win over Bocairent and a 2-4 win against Alzira, with a 0-1 loss to Hercules providing a reminder that nothing is guaranteed in the run-up to competitive play. The Yeclano match demonstrated resilience on both sides, with Alcoyano finding that decisive moment late in the game to secure the win and maintain momentum heading into the final days of preparation. [Attribution: Alcoyano pre-season report]
Juanmi García wins the derby for Hercules with a 1-0 triumph
In a spirited regional derby, the final pre-season fixture saw Hercules faced with a stern test as Alcoyano lined up with a strong starting eleven. The opening exchanges were even, and the visitors earned their best chance around the 15th minute mark, but the opportunity was squandered with a missed penalty. Alcoyano responded with a wave of attacking intent, coming close to opening the scoring through a well-timed set-piece and a sequence of coordinated plays that unsettled the defense. As the game wore on, the decisive moment arrived when a Dago own goal in the 83rd minute altered the balance and handed Hercules the lead. Juanmi García’s side held firm to preserve the one-goal margin, showcasing composure and game management in the closing stages. This result crowned a tough, competitive pre-season and set a positive tone for Hercules as they prepare for the league schedule. With such performances, the team illustrated how depth and tactical adaptability can influence outcomes in tight fixtures. [Attribution: Alcoyano pre-season report]
With the pre-season concluded, attention shifts to the opening league fixture, where Hercules is expected to host their opponents with renewed confidence. The focus now lies on sustaining the momentum gained in these preparations and translating it into consistent performances when the real matches begin. The squad’s development during these friendlies provides a foundation for the season ahead, where every contest will be met with the aim of building on the positives and addressing any gaps identified during the summer trials. [Attribution: Alcoyano pre-season report]