Intercity stands close to reaching the second objective of the campaign: saving the category. Yet the recent promotion hasn’t quieted the team’s core ambition of climbing back into the higher tier. The investment reflected a desire that soon grew more intricate on the ground, taking nearly a full round for visible results to emerge and solidify.
With eight fixtures left in the regular season and eleven points from the top, the group led by Gustavo Siviero faces a demanding path. The priority now centers on securing another year in the Second Division as quickly as possible, avoiding a relegation struggle that could alter the club’s trajectory.
The defeat at Elda, especially the manner of the loss after a misjudged tactical bet, resurfaced old fears. The gap between Intercity and the teams above them now appears wider than it might seem to an outsider, as the 16th position currently hosts the weakest link among the five clubs destined for the RFEF Second Division relegation zone, with La Nucía occupying that perch.
Intercity’s supporters in Marina Baixa anticipate the postponed showdown with Amorebieta, a match delayed due to the death of one of the Basque team’s managers just hours before kickoff. The Biscay side remains deeply involved in the promotion chase and will not be an easy opponent either. Even if the Alicante club climbs in the standings, the black-clad squad will still have ample opportunity to deliver redemption, since three of the five clubs relegated last season hold out hope of staying up. The two teams most at risk of dropping remain distant from any safety margin.
The 46-point boundary marks the line that defined relegation in the previous campaign. Intercity does not yet approach that threshold, needing nine more points to reach it. The competition to the end features eight matches, with several key clashes ahead:
• Osasuna B vs Intercity at 8 points
• Intercity vs La Nucía at 16 points
• Intercity vs Numancia at 9 points
• Murcia vs Intercity at 5 points
• Intercity vs Sabadell at 14 points
• Barcelona B vs Intercity at 4 points
• Intercity vs SD Logroñés at 7 points
• Calahorra vs Intercity at 20 points of potential impact
Intercity has eight games remaining in the regular season, four against stronger opponents such as Osasuna B, Numancia, Barcelona B, and SD Logroñés, and the other four against teams positioned behind them in the table: La Nucía, Sabadell, Murcia, and Calahorra. Siviero’s squad is clearly finishing this campaign with a decisive push, aiming to secure safety and build momentum for the next stage.
Last season serves as a reference point for what a team can achieve under the Primera RFEF format’s new rhythm. The club that dropped the most points in the season premiere ultimately failed to stay up, finishing with 46 points; there are 24 fixtures left to play this time around. Notably, the 16th place this year sits two points below the team that occupied that position at the same point last year, suggesting that the challenge is not insurmountable if performance improves in the remaining matches.
The founder’s bold ambitions for Intercity remain clear, even as the club grows its footprint. Established in 2017, Intercity is the first Spanish club listed on the stock exchange without a broad social following, without its own stadium, and without the income stability that comes from classic channels such as ticketing, season passes, or large-scale sponsorships. The club relies on promotion results and attracting external investment to fuel growth, a strategy that requires patience and smart management as the team pursues sustainable progress on the field.
Persistence will be essential, a steady rhythm needed to nurture the dream of creating a club that can rise to higher levels. The road ahead still holds challenges, and the team will need to navigate them with clarity and resilience to avoid slipping into a difficult situation. A shared vision, disciplined planning, and support from fans and partners will be crucial to maintain forward momentum and prevent missteps that could derail a promising but delicate ascent.