Benidorm, Spain – A late go-ahead goal from goalkeeper Kilian Ramírez secured a hard-fought 27-28 victory for Cajasol Sevilla BM Proin over Benidorm on Saturday, bolstering their position atop the División de Honor Plata standings. The win came after a challenging stretch for the Sevilla-based club, which had recently experienced consecutive home losses and seen their lead in the league standings diminish.
The Cajasol Sevilla BM Proin entered Saturday’s match feeling the pressure. Recent defeats against Ibiza and Santander had eroded their comfortable lead, allowing Fertiberia Sagunto to close the gap. Following a competitive showing at the Copa del Rey earlier in the week – despite a loss to Liga Asobal side Balonmano Nava in Amate – the team knew a strong performance in Benidorm was crucial.
The match proved to be a tense affair, with neither team able to establish a significant advantage for much of the contest. David Martínez, Alberto Ruiz, and Tarcisio Freitas, the Proin’s newest acquisition, led the offensive charge early on, helping the visitors build a narrow 15-16 lead at halftime. Though, Benidorm emerged from the break with a tactical adjustment that threatened to swing the momentum.
Benidorm opted to play with an extra attacker, removing their goalkeeper to create a 7-on-6 advantage. This aggressive strategy initially paid dividends, as they quickly erased the Proin’s lead and surged ahead, leading by three goals (23-20) ten minutes into the second half. Proin coach Víctor Montesinos responded with a timeout, seeking to regain control of the match.
The game remained fiercely competitive, but Cajasol Sevilla BM Proin demonstrated resilience. David Martínez, Alberto Ruiz, and Freitas continued to contribute offensively, whereas the defense began to tighten. With eleven minutes remaining, the Proin had clawed their way back to within one goal, trailing 26-23.
The defining moments arrived in the final minutes. David Martínez converted a penalty to level the score, setting the stage for Ramírez’s heroics. First, the goalkeeper made a crucial save on a six-meter attempt that could have given Benidorm the lead. Immediately after, with Benidorm’s goal empty, Ramírez launched a long-range shot from his own area that found the back of the net, establishing a 27-28 lead with less than two minutes remaining.
The Proin defense then held firm, preventing Benidorm from scoring in the remaining time, securing the victory. David Martínez finished as the top scorer for Cajasol Sevilla BM Proin with seven goals, followed by Freitas and Raúl Morales, who each contributed four.
This win brings Cajasol Sevilla BM Proin’s record to 40 points, two ahead of Fertiberia Sagunto, who also secured a victory on Saturday, defeating BM Soria 20-22. The team’s ability to overcome adversity on the road underscores their championship aspirations in the División de Honor Plata.
The Cajasol Sevilla BM Proin has now won 20 games this season, and continues to demonstrate why they are considered a favorite for direct promotion to the Liga Nexus Energia Asobal. The team boasts a roster featuring established players like Sasha Tioumentsev, Angel Montoro, Miguel Llorens, and Juan Saco, alongside recent additions like Freitas and the continued strong play of Kilian Ramírez.
The team’s recent success – twelve consecutive victories – has solidified their position at the top of the league table. They currently hold a six-point advantage over their nearest competitors, Agustinos Alicante and Fertiberia Puerto Sagunto, and an eight-point lead over UBU San Pablo Burgos.
Looking ahead, Cajasol Sevilla BM Proin will return to Amate for their next match, where they will aim to continue their winning streak and maintain their grip on the league lead. The team will need to maintain their focus and intensity as they navigate the remaining games of the season and pursue their goal of promotion to the Liga Asobal.
The next confirmed checkpoint for Cajasol Sevilla BM Proin is their upcoming home match in Amate. Details regarding the date and time will be announced on the team’s official website and social media channels. Fans can follow the team’s progress and receive updates through the official Cajasol Sevilla BM Proin channels.
