Mollerussa falls narrowly to league leaders Badalona

A brilliant direct free kick by Joaco in the 72nd minute secures the win for the visitors.

Generic image of a soccer ball hitting the top corner of the goal during a match.
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Generic image of a soccer ball hitting the top corner of the goal during a match.

CF Mollerussa conceded all three points this Sunday against Badalona, the current league leaders, in a highly competitive match at the Municipal de Mollerussa decided by a moment of individual brilliance.

The team managed by Manel Cazorla displayed a very solid performance from the start, challenging the top-seeded side and neutralizing their territorial dominance. Although the visitors held more possession, Molle had the clearest chance of the first half through Jofre, who sent a shot over the bar just before halftime.
A negative note in the first half was the injury to Rey in the 26th minute, who was replaced by Aleix Ruiz. After the break, the game opened up with chances for both sides until the 72nd minute, when Joaco executed a masterclass free kick into the top corner of the home goal.
Despite the 0-1 scoreline, the Pla d'Urgell side did not give up and pushed for an equalizer until the end, though the final stages were marred by fouls and tension. Referee Gabriel Campillo blew the final whistle after five minutes of stoppage time, leaving Mollerussa with 24 points, just one above the relegation zone.