Celta Fortuna and SD Ponferradina shared the points at El Toralín in a match marked by rain and parity. The game, which closed Matchday 23 of Group 1 of the Primera RFEF, ended goalless and produced few clear chances, a lot of work in midfield, and a draw that allows the Celestes to remain in the upper part of the table.
The clash began under a heavy downpour that made ball circulation difficult and affected the rhythm of play. In the opening stages, there was no clear dominator, as both teams were well-organized defensively and left no space. However, as the minutes passed, Fredi Álvarez’s players enjoyed slightly more possession, though without penetration, against a Ponferradina that opted for a more direct style of play. Thus, the clock reached the 45th minute leaving a first half with few chances and a tight, congested game, reflecting the balance on the pitch.
After the break, Fortuna stepped up and created the best chances of the match. Hugo González forced the home goalkeeper to make full efforts, and shortly after, Álvaro Marín came close with a shot that hit the post. The Celestes were then in control, but the hosts did not give up and tried to respond with isolated attacks and a late surge in the final minutes. Despite the tension of the closing stages and seven minutes of added time, the score remained unchanged.
This draw, in a demanding match due to the context and the opponent, leaves Celta Fortuna with a point that reinforces their good form. Now, the Celestes are already looking ahead to their next league fixture, which will be against Real Avilés next Sunday, February 15, at 12:00 PM, with the goal of returning to winning ways.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
0 – SD Ponferradina: Andres; Koke Iglesias, Novoa, Undabarrena, Vasco Sousa, San Emeterio (Frimpong, min.53), Erik Morán (Vicente Esquerdo, min.38), Borja Vázquez, Borja Valle (Keita, min.81), Xemi Fernández (Carlos Calderón, min.81), Cortés (Petkov, min.53).
0 – Celta Fortuna: Coke Carrillo; Gavián, Ribes (Jaime Vázquez, min.80), Anxo Rodríguez, Meixús, Germain Milla (Oliveras, min.70), Hugo González (Kibet, min.83), De la Iglesia, Adrià Capdevila, (Burcio, min.70), Arcos and Álvaro Marín (Soumah, min.70).
Referee: Guillermo Conejero (extremaduran committee). He cautioned the home players Germán Nóvoa (min.43), Undabarrena (min.30), and the visiting player Germain Milla (min.37).
Incidents: Match corresponding to Matchday 23 of Group I of the Primera Federación Versus e-Learning, held at the El Toralín Municipal Stadium in Ponferrada.
