The main narrative remains straightforward: the winner will reach the target. In Group 5 of the second RFEF, four provincial clubs are confident they can reach the objective. With 33 days left, Intercity, La Nucía, Hércules, and Eldense still have a real shot to contend for promotion as the season nears its close.
All four teams face each other in critical clashes that could decide the championship. On Sunday, at Camilo Kano Stadium, kickoff is at two in the afternoon, and the match will determine whether the home side or the visitors take control of the ascent to the First RFEF. The home team must seize all points, while the visitors can settle for a draw. Added to this pressure are notable absences at key positions. Cesar Ferrando will be missing from the squad due to suspension.
Neither defender Moisés García nor regular forward Mariano Sanz will participate in the upcoming match after receiving suspensions for one game each. For Moisés García, this marks the team’s fourth suspension after a serious dispute with the referee in a match against Mancha Real. For Mariano Sanz, it is his first suspension following a red card, unless there is a late aggravating ruling. This follows La Nucía’s defeat at Granada the previous weekend.
César Ferrando, Moisés García, and Mariano Sanz suspended for the “final” in the Olympic clash
Referee Daniel Miranda Bolaño’s minutes indicate the forward was sent off in the 65th minute for striking an opponent with force when play had paused. While the penalty usually locks in place for a day, the final decision rests with the Single Competition Judge. If multiple suspensions occur, Mariano Sanz would serve them in the play-off. La Nucía faces a make-or-break moment in Intercity’s terms, with promotion on the line.
Intercity and La Nucía both understand the stakes. Siviero’s team is noted for its prolific offense and sturdy defense, particularly on the road where the goal difference has been significant. Intercity is widely recognized as the group leader, finishing the last day with robust numbers on defense (16 goals conceded) and offense (46 goals scored).
This season, Hercules also has a clear promotion path, though their exact position will depend on the outcome of their game against Marchamalo. Rico Pérez Stadium has not yet sealed its fate, given the relegation concerns and the looming possibility of shifts in the standings. If Sergio Mora’s squad falters, there could be movement higher up the table.
Meanwhile, Eldense faces its own set of scenarios. The team from a historic club is aiming for a triple-pronged result with Real Murcia and the capital city’s promotion prospects. The standings could see Deportivo move into third, Mora’s team settle in fourth, and Mario Simón’s side in fifth, with only a late stumble potentially knocking Pepico out of the play-off squad unless victories occur elsewhere, such as at the Amat or El Ejido.
This promotion, slated to take place in Madrid next week, involves groups five through second and fourth through third as they determine eliminations after possible extra time and draws. The emphasis is on securing a top-three finish in a high-pressure play-off, where the intensity peaks after 34 league days. A second-place finish remains appealing for Intercity or La Nucía, even if not ideal.
The main storyline repeats. The winner will reach the goal. In Group 5 of the second RFEF, four provincial clubs hold confident prospects for promotion. Thirty-three days remain for Intercity, La Nucía, Hércules, and Eldense to push for a jump to the category.
They will contest the title in a direct duel that has all eyes on the Olympic Camilo Kano venue. Sunday, the two o’clock kick-off will decide which side holds the advantage. The home team seeks victory; the visitors settle for a draw if needed. The absence of Cesar Ferrando adds to the tension.
Neither Moisés García nor Mariano Sanz will be available due to one-match suspensions. Moisés García’s exclusion marks the fourth suspension for his team following a dispute with the referee in a previous match, while Sanz’s card marks a first suspension after a red card. The outcome of La Nucía’s defeat at Granada last weekend weighs on the decisions ahead.
César Ferrando, Moisés García, and Mariano Sanz suspended for the final at the Olympics
According to the referee’s minutes, the forward was sent off in the 65th minute for striking an opponent with an arm as play had paused. While penalties typically have a one-day window for resolution, the final call rests with the Single Competition Judge. In cases of multiple sanctions, Mariano Sanz would serve them in the playoff. La Nucía is in a position to secure promotion if Intercity falters.
GOLAVERAGE +30 is a headline many teams flirt with as the season ends. Siviero’s squad is noted for leading in goals scored and, paradoxically, top of the charts for the fewest conceded, highlighting a balanced, efficient approach. Intercity, clearly the team to beat, concluded the 34th day as the strongest in both defense and attack, cementing its status at the summit.
The Hercules project continues to be a major factor. Their promotion hinges on upcoming results, and the capacity of Rico Pérez remains under scrutiny as the season closes. If their rivals falter, Hercules could press forward. The narrative also tracks the clashes involving Granada B and other teams as they race to align with the top positions, shaping a tense finish for the season.
This promotion, to be staged in Madrid next week, continues to set out the path for the top teams in the fifth group of the RFEF and for those who battle for a final shot at the higher tier. The structure of play-offs and the risk of elimination keep the pressure high as the league winds down.
In the end, the same storyline persists. The championship will be decided in a direct confrontation that carries the weight of promotion. The four provincial clubs remain focused on delivering the necessary results to advance, with the final days shaping a dramatic finish to this chapter of the RFEF competition.