Orihuela eyes another win to cap a strong week
After their cup success, Orihuela returned to league action with a clear aim: keep the recent run of solid results alive against Yeclano. The Alicante club had shown early momentum from the first whistle, yet the visitors seized the initiative by delivering the opening goal just two minutes in. Satoca found space to beat Aitor Arias, disrupting Orihuela’s initial game plan and energizing the away side.
From the outset, supporters watched Yeclano press high and push wide, with long switches attempting to unlock the Orihuela defense. Periods of play were punctuated by scrappy possession battles, as both teams alternated control but failed to establish sustained rhythm. Orihuela seemed unable to settle into a consistent pattern, and the home side headed to the break trailing by a goal, signaling a need for adjustment on the touchline. The match thus tilted toward a second 45 minutes that would test resilience and tactical tweaks from the hosts.
An early second-half goal from Yeclano
Right after the restart, Yeclano extended their lead with a well-timed finish that caught Orihuela off guard. The scorer struck with precision from the left and amplified the pressure on the Alicante defense. The game shifted into a more urgent phase as the crowd sensed a pivotal moment. Yet the home side refused to fold, and a determined push soon followed, with Fran Martínez delivering a precise strike to reduce the gap and keep the match within reach.
Yeclano remained dangerous on the counter, while Orihuela maintained sustained pressure in and around the visitors’ box. The balance of play suggested a tense conclusion and the possibility of a late twist as both sides searched for decisive moments. The effort from Orihuela intensified as the clock ticked toward the end of regulation, with several chances created through quick combinations and set-piece threats.
Orihuela stares down a late fightback in a 3-2 defeat
Despite a spirited recovery, the hosts found their efforts repelled by a resilient Yeclano defense. The visitors carried a slender lead into the final minutes, and Orihuela pressed with energy, pulling their goalkeeper forward in an all-out attempt to salvage a point. The resurgence paid off briefly when Juanmi Callejón converted a headed chance to make the score 2-3, hooking the match back into a dramatic frame with time still on the clock. However, Yeclano held firm, sealing the result with a late counter that left Orihuela disappointed but not devoid of positives from the performance.
As the clock wound down, the local side displayed urgency and belief, signaling that the squad can compete with strong opposition. The effort illustrated the importance of maintaining focus across the full 90 minutes and highlighted the areas where improvements could turn a near-miss into a memorable triumph in the next fixture.
MATCH SUMMARY
Orihuela CF: Aitor Arias, Damian, Fran Martínez, Revilla, Ayo, Armando, Brian Pallares, Juanmi Callejón, De las Cuevas, Marc Sirera, Mendi. Substitutes: Camacho, Nacho Muñoz, Salinas. Formation and positions reflect the side’s tactical choices for this match.
Yeclano Deportivo: Sergio Díaz, Uri, Gabri, Iniesta, Riquelme, Silvente, Pau Pérez, Serpeta, Algisi, Olmedo, Satoca. Substitutes: Rodríguez, Serpeta, others as used during the game.
Goals: (0-1) Satoca, m.2; (0-2) Silvente, m.55; (1-2) Fran Martínez, m.65; (1-3) Serpeta, m.68; (2-3) Juanmi Callejón, m.85. Referee: Carrero Romera. Cautions issued to Armando and Iniesta, Silvente, Sergio Díaz, and Serpeta for the visitors. This report reflects the competitive nature of the match and the key moments that shaped the result. [Source: match committee notes].