On Sunday, the SD Ibiza SD Ibiza lost at home against Atlético Baleares in the last match of the year and of the 17th date of the Segunda RFEF. From the opening whistle, Atletico Baleares dominated the game, adapting better to the complicated weather conditions that made the game difficult. Jaume Pol was the first to make an early warning for the visitors, showing his team’s intention to take the initiative. However, it was Florín Andone who opened the scoring with a brilliant individual action. After a self-pass that left Simón Lecea behind, he defined with precision to put his team ahead, leaving the home crowd in silence.
The goal did not change the dynamics of the match. Atlético Baleares maintained control, forcing SD Ibiza to defend without managing to generate significant danger. Just on the stroke of halftime, Bengoechea tried to surprise from a set piece, but his shot had no consequences. In the second half, SD Ibiza tried to react with a double change. The entry of Xesc Navalon and Juanca sought to inject energy into the team, but the locals continued without finding the formula to disturb the visiting goalkeeper. Meanwhile, Atlético Baleares continued to generate danger and came close to increasing their lead in the 58th minute, when only an outstanding intervention by goalkeeper Edu Frias prevented the second goal. SD Ibiza failed to reverse the situation, showing difficulties to generate offensive play. Atlético Baleares, solid in defense, controlled the tempo and neutralized any attempt by the locals to approach the tie.
Next match and classification
With this result, SD Ibiza ends the year with negative feelings, accumulating a defeat that leaves them on the verge of relegation. Now, the team must take advantage of the winter break to reflect and work on the necessary improvements ahead of the next game, scheduled for January 12, when they will visit Lleida CF in a crucial match to reverse their situation in the standings.
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