A pivotal moment arrived for Eldense, who slipped into the relegation zone after a 0-1 defeat to Valladolid. Yet they collected 11 of the last 15 available points, signaling a stubborn recovery. The loss to Pucelanos served as a harsh reminder that the upcoming schedule pits them against fellow teams fighting to maintain their top-flight status, making every remaining clash crucial for the Blaugranas.
The victory over Huesca brought a much-needed breath of relief for Eldense, even as it dampened the spirits of the visitors. It was arguably the most complete performance of the season for Estevez’s squad, who thrive on momentum and seize opportunities when they arise. The win also marked their second clean sheet, underscoring a defense that has started to tighten up. Yet the scoreboard softens the sting of earlier setbacks as goals have to be earned and defended with discipline.
Two draws followed, both 1-1, against solid opponents in Elche and Racing de Ferrol. Elche appears to have shaken off a sluggish start and now looks more dangerous, collecting points steadily at Eldense and Albacete in recent weeks. Ferrol, undefeated at their home venue, endured a late scare as Estevez’s team secured a hard-fought draw thanks to Salcedo’s late strike.
Gaining momentum more than keeping pace
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Subsequently, Eldense hosted two fixtures at Nuevo Pepico Amat against the two bottom-placed teams in the division, Amorebieta and Burgos. The Biscayan side offered stubborn resistance, but Eldense triumphed with a pair of goals from Juanto Ortuño to seal the win. The same storyline followed against Burgos, although the match had its tense moments due to a 1-1 draw in the previous encounter and Jesús Clemente’s decisive 2-0 finish. It’s a reminder that football is never static; the burden of Burgos’ away results against rising teams has grown heavier as the season progresses.
Clear ideas
Clemente described the win in the mixed zone as a clear signal of the team’s direction: “The coach’s plan is taking hold, and we are becoming more aware of where we can cause damage. We’re thrilled with the results because the team deserves them.”
The rising momentum has enabled Eldense to sit higher on the table and stay just ahead of direct rivals in the race for points. Beyond recent results, the team has already topped a lower-table opponent, Cartagena, by a narrow 0-1 margin, a reminder that the path remains fraught and competitive as the season unfolds in the fight for promotion or salvation.
Despite the positive run, Granada Eldense’s coach cautioned against complacency: “Step by step, the competition is lengthy and many things can change. I carry memories of difficult seasons and know how demanding this sport is; improvement must come week after week.”
On the negative side, the league tally shows setbacks such as a 3-1 defeat to Villarreal B early on and a 2-2 draw with Alcorcón where the victory slipped away. Two next fixtures will be telling as the calendar awaits the return of the championship to sharpen the team’s record.
To seal the mission against Andorra and Mirandés
The coming two weeks carry weight. Estevez’s squad travels to Andorra next Sunday at 16:15, stepping onto the pitch where former Azulgranas played, facing Andorra’s Manu Nieto and Diego González, who were integral components of a promotion push last season.
Meanwhile, the forthcoming clash with Mirandés looms large as another chance for the club and its supporters to reaffirm the home-ground mission they have built. Two battles against teams from the same region could act as catalysts before the difficult trip to Molinón, one of the few venues where no team has yet triumphed this season (the other being Racing de Ferrol’s A Malata).