Intercity wants another away win
Intercity traveled to face Antequera, a club that had just earned promotion and welcomed the challenge with real intent. The opening moments set a combative tone as the teams tested each other: Antequera pressed high, looking to seize initiative, while Intercity stayed compact, waiting for moments to counter. The breakthrough came when Loren delivered a key pass to Marín, who found an opening and forced a save from the Alicante goalkeeper, a start that hinted at the kind of nerve and purpose both sides would exhibit throughout the 90 minutes.
The atmosphere in the stadium mirrored the stakes: a rivalry that has become a talking point in the league, with Antequera eager to prove their status against established opponents, and Intercity determined to extend their away form and reinforce their momentum. As Antequera sought to control the tempo, the visitors defended resolutely, bending but not breaking, and they managed the early periods with disciplined structure that limited the home side’s clear-cut chances before the first half wore on.
Once back on the field after the break, Antequera displayed renewed urgency. They raised the intensity and created a genuine one-on-one moment that could have shifted the balance, but Manu Herrera stood tall and denied Ale García with a well-timed reaction to keep the scoreline level and maintain Intercity’s grip on the contest. The save epitomized a game that teetered between controlled aggression and stubborn resilience, a chess match played in quick bursts of energy and precise decision-making.
Xemi then ventured forward for Intercity, sensing an opportunity to exploit space on the break. The moment arose when a loose touch at the edge of the area allowed a controlled advance, and the ball found the back of the net, fast and clean, giving Intercity a lead that altered the dynamic of the match. The long post became a symbol of the visitors’ poise, as the ball was guided with accuracy to stifle any late resistance from the home side and set the tone for a crucial away result.
The second half displayed the stubborn nature of Antequera, who remained determined to overturn the deficit. They pressed with intent and looked to force errors, but Intercity maintained discipline and focus, preserving their advantage as the clock ticked down. Although Antequera continued to push forward, the finishing touches they sought did not land with enough precision, and the visitors stood firm, safeguarding a result that would be celebrated on the road. The clash remained open in the final stages as Antequera searched for a lifeline, while Intercity looked to consolidate and protect their narrow lead against a team hungry for a comeback. The balance of the match underscored the importance of game management and composure in tense moments, especially in a contest where a single moment could define the outcome.
Xemi celebrated Intercity’s goal as the visitors’ moment of decisive action, and the team marked the occasion with a collective sense of purpose that reflected their broader ambitions for the season. The final whistle confirmed a 0-1 result, a win secured through a blend of smart defending and efficient counterattacking, a combination that can often determine success away from home in this league. The victory reinforced Intercity’s position in the standings and reinforced their belief that they can compete with the strongest sides when they execute their plan with discipline and pace.
MATCH COMMITTEE
ANTEQUERA: Eric; David Rodríguez, Fomayan, Humanes, Fermín, Marcelo, Chema Núñez, Luismi, Loren, Ale Marín, Ale García and Destiny (Solano, 64′).
INTERCITY: Manu Herrera; Cristo, Undabarrena, Bellotti, Xemi, Pol Roigé, Leo Vázquez, Vadik, Rafa Gálvez, Mendibe and Aarón Piñán (Simon Moreno, 74′).
GOALS: 0-1 (22′) Xemi. 1-1 (71′) Luismi.
REFEREE: Pedro Munoz Piedra. He cautioned Fomayan, Chema Núñez, Fermín, Undabarrena, Vadik, Pol Roigé, Manu Herrera and Moha Traoré.
STADIUM: El Maulí.
[Source: CF Intercity match report, with notes from the officials and team sheets recorded for archival purposes.]