At noon this Sunday, Peña Deportiva could not get a good result from their visit to Valencia Mestalla, as they lost 2-0 in the framework of the 23rd date of the Segunda RFEF.
The Santa Eulària team was looking for a victory to move away from the red zone, but faced an opponent that was not going to make it easy for them.
A difficult start and a goal that led the way
Mestalla came out determined to impose their rhythm from the first minute, with a dynamic game that put Peña’s defense in trouble.
Despite the Santa Eulària side’s initial attempts to press high and make it difficult for the home team to get the ball out, clear chances were few and far between for the visitors. Barroso had a good chance from a set piece, but his shot did not trouble Mestalla goalkeeper Vicent Abril.
The Valencian team’s insistence found its reward in the 28th minute. A play on the right flank by Hamza Bellari ended in a precise cross that Mario Domínguez took advantage ofto beat Picón and put the 1-0 on the scoreboard. After the goal, La Peña tried to react, but without the necessary clarity to equalize the score before the break.
A second half with no reaction and the final sentence
In the second half, Peña Deportiva tried to recover the intensity of the first minutes and advanced their lines in search of an equalizer. However, Mestalla, with more possession and calm ball handling, prevented any comeback attempt by the Ibizan team.
Manolo González’s team was further complicated by the expulsion of Salinas in the final minutes, leaving the visitors at a disadvantage. With the game broken, Mestalla took advantage of a quick counter in which Otorbi, after a great assist from Warren Madrigal, sealed the definitive 2-0.
The Valencianista reserve team could have increased their lead in the final minutes with several clear chances, but the defense and the interventions of Picón prevented a higher score.
Next match and classification
With this defeat, Santa Eulària’s team falls to the direct relegation places and next matchday they will be hosting Torrent.
