The 'rojinegros' displayed strong playmaking and controlled various phases of the game, but a solitary goal from the visitors in the second half tipped the scales. The match, played on March 29, 2026, began with an even and respectful exchange between both teams.

Although Atlètic Lleida threatened in the opening minutes, Reus remained solid in defense and gradually gained ground. High pressure and filtered passes from Kenneth Soler energized the home attack, which began to push more insistently into the opponent's half. However, precision in the final third was their main challenge. Ricardo Vaz had one of the first clear opportunities but could not convert it.

The home team's best period came at the end of the first half, with several crosses from Xavi Jaime and Alberto Benito creating danger. A loose ball inside the box presented the clearest chance up to that point, but the visiting defense held firm, and the score remained unchanged at halftime.

The second half followed a similar pattern, with Reus attempting to take the initiative against a well-organized opponent. Efforts from Vaz and a shot by Miquel Ustrell kept the hope of a goal alive, but the lack of finishing continued to plague the Reus team.

The turning point arrived in the 27th minute of the second half, when Soule completed an Atlètic Lleida counterattack to make it 0-1. Reus failed to manage the defensive transition and paid a heavy price. In the final minutes, Nil Sauret's expulsion in the 39th minute left Atlètic Lleida with ten players, allowing Reus to intensify their attack and pin the opponent in their area. Despite offensive substitutions and numerous crosses, precision remained elusive, and the score did not change.

This defeat forces the Reus squad to move on and focus on their next commitment, which will be on April 5 at Torrent's home ground.