Intercity Faces Atlético Baleares in Palma with a Must-Win Mindset
Intercity travels to Palma this Sunday to take on Atlético Baleares at noon, a clash broadcast by InSports TV. The match marks another important step in a season that has swung between promise and pressure as the club chases promotion to a higher division.
Three months into the league campaign, Intercity, a project driven by the ambition to rise, has found itself battling for survival rather than a straightforward ascent. A seven-game stretch without victory in twelve days has left the team defending its place with grit, and the points tally already at a critical level. The early goals that set the tone for the season have given way to a tougher fight to maintain status in the current tier.
Head coach Gustavo Siviero acknowledged the urgency ahead of the Majorca match, stressing the need for a win while stressing the team remains in good spirits. He emphasized accountability and a shared drive to compete at a level that matches the club’s ambitions. The club president echoed the sentiment, noting that the current standings do not tell the whole story and that the focus is on a credible, consistent performance that aligns with the team’s long term goals.
In Palma, Intercity will rely on a mix of returning and fit players as they position themselves for a decisive result. The squad has regrouped after health concerns and injuries, with goalkeeper Manu Herrera on the roster following a period of rehabilitation. At the same time, defenders Leo Ferroni and Iván Kecojevic remain unavailable, the former due to a relapse in his condition and the latter following a viral episode. The coaching staff has kept options open and is prepared to rotate personnel as needed to maintain intensity and organization throughout the 90 minutes.
On the field, Intercity is expected to line up with a trusted core that includes Manu Herrera in goal, Guillem Jaime and Álvaro Pérez in defensive positions, and Vadik Murria and Cristo providing support in wide or central roles. In midfield, Miguel Marí, Undabarrena, and Xemi Fernández will aim to control tempo and distribution, while Pol Roigé and Cristian Herrera will look to create and finish decisive moves. Etxaniz adds a finishing threat as the team strives to convert chances into goals and secure a result that can shift the trajectory of the campaign.
The upcoming encounter is seen as a critical marker in a season defined by the balance between high expectations and the hard realities of competitive football. Intercity supporters and staff alike will be watching closely to see whether the squad can translate its strategic intent into performance on match day and move closer to the promotion target. The team remains focused on the next challenge and believes that consistency, discipline, and collective effort will pave the way forward. This is not merely about a single result but about building a sustainable approach that sustains momentum across the remaining fixtures, a sentiment reinforced by club leadership and echoed by the coaching staff as they prepare for the Palma test. The match is framed as a step toward restoring momentum and reaffirming the club’s commitment to competing at a high level, with every player entrusted to contribute to the plan.