SD Compostela Secures 3-0 Victory Over CF Badalona in Playoff Final First Leg

SD Compostela claimed a decisive 3-0 win against CF Badalona in the first leg of the Segunda RFEF playoff final on June 14, 2026, at the Vero Boquete stadium in Santiago de Compostela. The victory, marked by goals from Valín, Antón Guisande, and Charly, gives the home side a three-goal advantage ahead of the second leg in Badalona, according to the match report.

Match Overview: Compostela Dominates Early and Midgame

The first-half goal came in the fifth minute when Valín scored after a deflected cross from Parapar, according to the official match summary. Despite a missed effort by Armental in the 12th minute that struck the crossbar, Compostela maintained control. The second goal arrived in the 47th minute, with Antón Guisande finishing a well-placed pass from Charly, as reported by the match highlights.

Charly sealed the win in the 76th minute with a solo effort, cutting inside and slotting the ball past the goalkeeper, the report states. The home crowd, numbering 3,600, celebrated the clean sheet, which was preserved despite a late effort from Badalona in stoppage time. Riki Mangana made a crucial save to deny the visitors, the match data confirms.

Team Lineups and Tactical Adjustments

Compostela started with a revised lineup, including Riki Mangana in place of the injured Damián Noya, while Samu entered the game as a substitute. The team’s strategy focused on exploiting fast transitions, with Charly and Antón Guisande leading the attack, the technical sheet shows. Badalona, meanwhile, struggled to counter Compostela’s pace, according to the post-match analysis.

Implications for the Second Leg

The 3-0 lead positions Compostela favorably for the return fixture, though the team will need to maintain defensive discipline to avoid conceding. Badalona’s coach emphasized the need for a stronger performance in their home stadium, as reported by local sports outlets. The second leg is scheduled for June 21, 2026, with the winner advancing to Segunda RFEF.

The result underscores Compostela’s determination to secure promotion, following a successful playoff campaign. Fans now await the second leg, hoping for a historic achievement for the club.