L'Hospi seeks historic comeback against Badalona to stay alive in playoff

The Hospitalet team needs to overcome a 0-2 deficit at Badalona's ground to contend for promotion.

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Centre d’Esports L’Hospitalet faces a crucial challenge this Sunday at CF Badalona's ground, seeking an epic comeback to keep their promotion aspirations alive.

The Hospitalet team arrives at the match with a 0-2 deficit from the first leg, a situation that compels the team to seek a victory by a three-goal margin to continue in the promotion race. Despite the difficulty of the task, the L'Hospitalet dressing room appears confident in its chances, aiming to at least force extra time.
Coach Sergio Juste highlighted the team's internal belief, describing the match as a "trap." "From the inside, everyone believes," he stated, emphasizing the importance of scoring early to create tension for the opponent. Juste also called on the fans for their support during this decisive moment.

"If we score a goal in the first few minutes, we'll keep them on edge. We also ask our fans to help us."

Sergio Juste · L'Hospi Coach
Similarly, player Antonio Pelegrín expressed the team's intention to go for the win from the first minute. "If we score early, better. If we score two, better," he commented, stressing the need for a constant yet controlled offensive performance.

"From the first minute, we will go for the game. If we score early, better. If we score two, better."

Antonio Pelegrín · L'Hospi Player
L'Hospi's strategy involves determined attacking without losing defensive solidity, as conceding a goal would make the comeback even more difficult. "In the end, there's no other way. I'm sure we'll experience different mini-games," admitted the coach.
For this crucial match, the club will be without Sergio Aguza, a definite absentee due to a red card in the first leg. Full-back Rubi is doubtful, and his participation will be decided at the last moment.
The match, scheduled for Sunday at 6 PM, will be broadcast live by Televisió de L’Hospitalet, the LHDigital portal, and La Xarxa +.