CE L'Hospitalet finds itself in a precarious position regarding promotion to 2a RFEF after a 0-2 defeat away to CF Badalona. The scoreline leaves the visitors with one foot out of the promotion race.

The first half was dominated by the home team, who took the lead with a penalty converted by Larrosa. Although the visitors attempted to push forward, nervousness set in, and only a shot from Ignasi Quer troubled the home defense.

In the second half, the expulsion of Sergio Aguza further complicated matters for Hospi. Despite playing with ten men, the Hospitalet side experienced their best moments and created clear chances to equalize.

The match was momentarily suspended when the referee activated the protocol due to a lighter being thrown from the stands. This interruption cooled Hospi's momentum, and they failed to regain their rhythm.

In the final play, Marco Martínez sealed the tie with Badalona's second goal. Hospi will need to mount a comeback without the suspended Aguza and with physical doubts surrounding Oriol González and Rubi.

The comeback appears difficult but hinges on a solid defense and scoring the first goal. If Hospi achieves this, nervousness could affect Badalona, who already feel close to promotion. The return leg is scheduled for Sunday at 6 PM.