In a chilling winter atmosphere, Real Madrid Castilla endured a harsh reality check against Unionistas, suffering a heavy 3-0 defeat. This loss in the Primera RFEF marks the end of an impressive run, where the reserve team had secured six victories in their last seven outings. During the 13th round of the championship, Álvaro Arbeloa’s squad appeared unrecognizable, recording their second consecutive away defeat by the same scoreline.
The match began with promise for Castilla, as they seemed poised to make an impact. However, a defensive blunder quickly turned the tide. A miscommunication led to Valles capitalizing on a poor clearance, executing a delicate lob over Fran Gonzalez, who struggled to intervene effectively. Following this setback, Castilla struggled to regain their composure and rhythm. The young talents from La Fábrica were visibly rattled, often confusing speed with haste. The absence of captain Manuel Angel due to suspension further compounded their issues, leaving the team lacking in creativity and inspiration in midfield.
Tactical Adjustments and Missed Opportunities
With Arbeloa suspended for a second consecutive match, tactical decisions fell to assistant coach Julián Carmona. In an effort to shift momentum in the second half, Carmona made several substitutions, switching to a three-man defense aimed at reinforcing midfield control. The introduction of attacking full-backs Diego Aguado and Pol Fortuny alongside central defender Cestero allowed Castilla to dominate possession somewhat more effectively. Yet, despite these changes, they remained toothless in attack, failing to penetrate a well-organized Unionistas defense.
Turning Points and Consequences
The hosts extended their lead through a penalty awarded after an innocuous handball by Joan Martinez. The decision was confirmed via VAR amid a temporary power outage at the stadium—an unfortunate twist for Castilla. To add insult to injury, Unionistas sealed their victory with a swift counter-attack finished off by Álvaro Gomez, concluding the match with a disappointing 3-0 result for Real Madrid’s reserve side. This defeat underscores a troubling trend for Castilla away from home; it marks their second straight loss on enemy turf following another 3-0 setback against Mérida.
As doubts creep in after such a promising streak of five consecutive wins, questions arise about the team’s resilience and ability to bounce back. Will they find their footing again? This latest result serves as a stark reminder of the challenges that lie ahead as they aim to regain their form in upcoming fixtures.
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