The Leon side sealed a point with a stubborn mark, tasting sweetness on the lips even as VAR wiped away what could have been a late winner.
In El Plantío, Burgos and Ponferradina battled to a 2-2 draw, a game that brimmed with chances and moments of momentum. If not for the video review, the narrative might have tilted differently in the closing stretch. A goal for Ponfe, a potential emblem of their sustainability push, was erased after the VAR check.
The visitors from Leon arrived with pressure weighing on them, and they took the lead in the 41st minute through Dani Ojeda, a strike that found the net from the heart of the box after a precise move. It was a moment that highlighted Ponferradina’s resolve to respond under early strain.
Know everything that happens in Burgos vs. Ponferradina in the Second Class, a match that showcased resilience and strategic shifts from both sides.
After the break, Burgos found parity through a well-taken penalty finished by Curro Sánchez, and the home side then climbed ahead the clock ticked to 69 minutes courtesy of Álex Bermejo’s header from a central position. La Ponferradina did not surrender; they earned a late reward when David Goldar inadvertently redirected a cross into his own net, pulling the scores level again. The VAR intervened to deny Erik Morán a late acclaim, and the two teams settled for a share of the spoils. Burgos remains in a tougher position relative to the playoff cut, while Ponferradina moves closer to securing their league status for the season.
The recap of Burgos vs Ponferradina 2022-2023: video, goals and statistics
90′ + 4′ GOAL DISABLED BY VAR: Erik Morán (Ponferradina) had popped one in, but a VAR review left the scoreboard blank.
90′ + 4′ Gooooool! Burgos 2, Ponferradina 3. Erik Morán fires a right-footed shot from outside the area into the top corner, assisted by Eduardo Espiau.
90′ Own goal by David Goldar, Burgos. Burgos 2, Ponferradina 2.
69′ Gooooool! Burgos 2, Ponferradina 1. Álex Bermejo heads in from the center of the area.
50′ Gooooool! Burgos 1, Ponferradina 1. Curro Sánchez converts the penalty with a left-footed strike into the right side of the goal.
41′ Gooooool! Burgos 0, Ponferradina 1. Dani Ojeda finishes from the center of the area to the left post, with Hugo Vallejo providing the assist.
And this is Burgos’ starting lineup.
Ponferradina presents their XI for the visit to Burgos.
Source: Goal