Algeciras host Real Madrid Castilla as Aguado leads attack
Algeciras welcome Real Madrid Castilla for the ninth‑round fixture of Grupo B in the Primera RFEF, kicking off today at 16:30. Both sides aim to improve their positions, with Castilla sitting on 12 points and Algeciras on 10 as the season reaches its midway point.
Early chances and Aguado’s drive
Aguado opened the action with a long ball aimed at Carvajal, though the forward found himself isolated as the lone striker for Real Madrid against the defence marshalled by Jose Carlos. The delivery highlighted Castilla’s intent to stretch Algeciras early in the game.
Goalkeeper heroics and sharp shooting
Iván Moreno produced a spectacular parry after Mario Rivas unleashed a shot that forced the Algeciras keeper to stretch for a vital save. Later, a long ball from Ciria into the box was tipped away by Moreno, preserving Castilla’s clean‑sheet hopes.
Midfield battles and wing play
Leiva recovered well in the centre of the pitch (Centro) and linked up with Aguado on the flank, delivering a quality cross that Ciria failed to meet as Joseca cut across his path. The right‑hand side saw the ‘11’ of Real Madrid launch a direct shot that rattled the stands.
Castilla’s possession woes
Despite moving the ball, Castilla struggled to settle in Algeciras territory, with several sterile passages leading to misplaced exits. Raúl Rubio attempted a steal but the local defence halted his advance, and a subsequent strike from the ‘7’ struck the opposition back line.
Algeciras’ pressing and Carvajal’s fall
The hosts increased pressure, culminating in Carvajal slipping to the ground as Castilla pressed higher. Manuel Garcia, close to the incident, claimed there was no foul, while Algeciras continued to seek a breakthrough.
Goal moments and final surge
Juanma García broke the deadlock, firing a shot that hit the post before the ball rebounded to Lamini Fati, who failed to convert. A subsequent strike from the Algeciras ‘7’ found the corner after touching Lamini, prompting a roar of celebration and the chant ‘GOOOOOL GOOOL DEL ALGE…’ from the crowd.
Standings and stakes
With the win, Algeciras aim to distance themselves from the LOS relegation zone, while Castilla, still without a home victory this season, chase the playoff spots. Both clubs remain aware that every point in Grupo B of the Primera RFEF can prove decisive.