A Second Division before a Third RFEFa formality against the illusion or a possible disaster before an appointment with history in Copa del Rey. The Cuarte Sports Club received the Racing de Ferrol and, from the very first moment, wanted to put up a fight. With the idea of playing and showing off, Loreto’s team was only beaten by the visitors, who won 1-3 with two penalty goals. The end of the road was more sweet than sour.
The Copa del Rey match could undoubtedly be considered historic for Cuarte. Proof of this is that it was dressed up. With the stands full, a good atmosphere and even its particular animation area that dyed the surroundings green. In short, a day to remember in the town of Zaragoza.
The Juan Guerrero “El Lobo” wanted to see Racing de Ferrol. The latter, coached by Cristóbal Parralo, who was not confident, presented a very recognizable lineup. Especially in Zaragozabecause they jumped into the ring Julián Delmás, Álvaro Sanz or Manu Vallejo. And on the bench were Bebé and Álvaro Giménez, who would play later.
In terms of soccer, Cuarte showed all their heart from the start. And they were no worse than their opponents. Far from it. Only the punch of a professional team and one of Primera RFEF would change the result. In the game, it would be difficult to guess who was competing in each.
The home team had to row against the tide from the 7th minute, but without losing face to the game. It was still a day of celebration to enjoy. But it was still a day to enjoy. Manu Vallejo gave Racing de Ferrol the lead from the penalty spot.
However, that 0-1 seemed that it would even serve as an incentive. Because it provoked an outburst that could have led to an equalizer. Gassama fought for whatever was needed, with Moha and Salamero on the wings. In the 25th minute it was Salamero who came within a whisker of scoring from a strategic play. And Puric almost scored a real goal of his own.
It would be that punch that was not seen in the face to face of the duel, which would again demonstrate what professional soccer is. With the stamp of Eneko Jauregi. A defensive mistake left him in front of Rafael Hidalgo and he made it 0-2 in the 32nd minute. At the end of the day, it was all about positioning themselves in the soccer scene, to feel like professional footballers for a day.
So Cuarte continued with their daring protest. Something admirable, because on the pitch, they were not inferior to their rival. The pity was that Gassama, who also had a chance on the stroke of halftime, failed to capitalize on his fight. So, at half-time, the score was 0-2.
SECOND HALF
This philosophy was maintained in the second round. When, even, Luchoa real dagger down the flank, pulled one back. However, while celebrating, he saw the linesman raise the flag to disallow the goal for offside. At least for a few moments he knew what it was like to score against a professional team.
Another former Real Zaragoza, Álvaro Giménezwould make it 0-3, again from the penalty spot. This did not prevent a standing ovation for Íñigo Pérez, who, at 44 years of age, was to wear the shorts and come on to play in the Juan Guerrero “El Lobo” (The Wolf). Who lived with immense joy his appointment.
But there was still the goal of honor. The one that Daniel Solbes would score in the last minute to make up the appointment. In a corner with a multitude of rejections, he managed to put the goal that would remain in the memory.
With that 1-3 the match came to an end. Cuarte de Huerva enjoyed their day, stood up to the field and, although they took an excessive punishment, it was an anecdote. At the end of the day, the result was the least important thing.