Spar Girona has secured a place in the LF Endesa semifinals following a commanding 89-63 victory over Innova-TSN Leganés on Sunday, May 3, 2026. The win at the Fontajau arena resolves a tense quarterfinal series that had remained deadlocked after a dramatic 82-82 draw in the first leg.
Despite facing a depleted roster and significant injury setbacks, Roberto Íñiguez’s squad demonstrated tactical resilience to dominate the second leg. The victory sets up a high-stakes semifinal clash against Valencia, who recently eliminated Ensino Lugo to advance.
Overcoming the Odds: Roster Challenges
The victory is particularly significant given the personnel shortages currently affecting the Girona side. The team entered the match without several key players who will not return for the remainder of the season, including Carter, and Canella. Bibby has already departed for Portland, and Quevedo remains a doubt, with her availability for the next two games still uncertain.
These absences forced Íñiguez to operate with a shorter rotation than preferred, yet the team responded with an aggressive defensive effort and a dominant presence on the boards, particularly on the defensive end.
Game Breakdown: A Tale of Two Halves
The match did not initiate with total dominance. Spar Girona initially struggled, trailing 10-14 in the opening minutes. However, the team quickly shifted momentum, leveraging a high-efficiency offense to pull away.
By halftime, Girona had amassed 53 points, effectively seizing control of the contest. They continued to widen the gap throughout the third period, rendering Leganés’ late attempts at a comeback futile. Whereas there were moments of lapse in the final quarter, the lead remained insurmountable.
The offensive effort was led by a trio of standout performers:
- Coulibaly: 21 points
- Holm: 21 points
- Jocyte: 15 points
Looking Ahead: The Valencia Challenge
The path to the league title now leads to a confrontation with Valencia. Coach Roberto Íñiguez acknowledged the difficulty of the upcoming matchup, noting the prestige and strength of the opponent.
“When these moments arrive, Valencia is Valencia and we will have to do everything highly well.” Roberto Íñiguez, Head Coach, Spar Girona
For a team that finished the regular season in second place with a record of 24 wins and 6 losses, the semifinals represent the ultimate test of their depth and mental toughness. Having survived the scare in Leganés and dominated the return leg, Girona enters the final four with significant momentum.
Next Checkpoint: Spar Girona will face Valencia in the LF Endesa semifinals. Official dates and tip-off times for the series are expected to be released by the league shortly.
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