El Avilés Femenino suffered a heartbreaking exit in the first round of the Copa de la Reina, bowing out to As Celtas in a tense penalty shootout following a scoreless draw after extra time.
Agony from the Spot in Vigo
With neither team able to break the deadlock during regulation or extra time, the tie was settled from twelve yards out. According to match reports, the blanquiazules struggled in the shootout, missing two of their spot-kicks under intense pressure.
Sara Debén Delivers the Decisive Blow
The decisive moment arrived courtesy of Sara Debén. The midfielder, who formerly represented Avilés, stepped up for As Celtas and calmly converted her penalty. Her successful conversion sealed the victory for the Vigo-based club, eliminating her former team from the national cup competition in dramatic fashion.
What Lies Ahead for Both Sides
While As Celtas advances to the next stage of the Copa de la Reina, El Avilés Femenino must quickly turn their focus back to league commitments. Both squads will look to build on the defensive discipline shown in this cup tie as their respective seasonal campaigns continue.
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