Igualada's hope of winning their sixth OkLiga title remains alive after defeating Liceo 5-2 in a vibrant match. This win reduces the deficit in the final series, which now stands at two games to one in favor of the Galician team. The home side displayed a positive attitude and strong defensive solidity throughout the encounter.
Over 1,500 fans filled the Les Comes pavilion to support Igualada, who had not witnessed such a victory in a league final for twenty-two years. The team's performance was markedly different from their games in A Coruña, showing high engagement from the start and a defense that provided security to the goal defended by Arnau Martínez.
Liceo took the lead in the 23rd minute with a goal from Nil Cervera, who was developed in Igualada's youth ranks. In the second half, after a direct free-kick saved by Arnau Martínez and a missed chance by Joan Ruano, controversy arose with a blue card shown to Biel Llanes. Despite playing with one player down, the home team managed to come back.
In just forty seconds, goals from Matías Pascual and Miguel Cañadillas put Igualada ahead (2-1). The advantage was consolidated with another saved direct free-kick by Arnau Martínez. Biel Llanes extended the lead to 3-1 and later assisted Cardil for the fourth goal. A penalty awarded to Liceo was missed by Toni Pérez, and Joel Roma scored the fifth goal for the home team.
Nil Cervera scored Liceo's second goal, which slightly altered the final scoreline. The player later received a blue card for a foul on Matías Pascual. The fourth game will be played this Sunday at the same pavilion, where Igualada will aim to force a fifth and decisive match.
