Alcoyano’s Resilience Tested as Season Stretches On
He fights on. The struggle isn’t short-lived; it demands constant, steady, long-term work. After a cautious uptick in November with back-to-back home wins over Melilla and Málaga, Alcoyano has stalled once more and now nears relegation danger, separated from safety by only a couple of points.
The season’s pulse at Deportivo remains unsettled, with Primera positioning flickering and volatility shaping the campaign. The team has shown moments of euphoria followed by difficult dips, and recent losses to Recreativo in Huelva and Mallorca have left them teetering on the edge of relegation once again.
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Following a history of competitive play in front of large crowds, Alcoyano returned to the field with resolve, preparing for a grueling week that could define their season. A postponed match at Nuevo was rescheduled for later, with both clubs affected by a storm that disrupted schedules across the region.
El Collao welcomed Real Madrid Castilla to its arena as crowds rose to support a team striving to climb the standings. The display on the pitch offered relief from tensions that had built in recent weeks, as positive momentum began to ease the pressure in the locker room. Vicente Parras’ Alcoy, however, continued to search for a formula that would bring offensive solidity and consistency, finishing a run of five defeats in a row.
The blue and white side had delivered a strong performance against the Madrid reserve, who themselves were on an upward trajectory after wins over Melilla and Malaga. Despite that effort, Alcoyano could not secure a third consecutive victory, settling for a goalless draw after traveling from Alicante to meet their rivals. Real Madrid Castilla clinched a late advantage, and the hosts faced a difficult day at the dean’s court with a narrow defeat.
A separate setback saw Alcoyano head to Palma needing a win or at least a clean performance to avoid a lackluster result. They started strong, taking the lead early, but Majorca staged a comeback that handed the Alicante side its seventh loss of the season, nearly half of which came in just 15 matches.
General Discomfort
The coach acknowledged the wrong timing of this crucial stretch, admitting that the club is very angry about the situation. He emphasized the need for experience to translate into immediate results, urging unity and renewed energy in forthcoming matches. Injuries to key midfielders Imanol Garcia and forwards Raul Alcaina have further strained resources, presenting additional challenges for the squad.
Midfielder Imanol Garcia could be fit for Saturday’s clash against Atletico Madrid, but the week’s fate will hinge on emotional resilience. This weekend’s game stands as a turning point for Alcoyano, with a victory capable of changing the momentum and potentially lifting the team higher in the table.