The Sestao River secured a dramatic 2-1 victory against Gernika at Urbieta, overturning more than 80 minutes of a deficit with two late goals in the closing moments of the match.
Early Lead Set by Jon Ortiz
Gernika started the match with strong control on their home pitch. In the fifth minute, the home side orchestrated a fluid passing sequence down the left flank that concluded with Jon Ortiz finding the back of the net. The strike marked the sixth goal of the early league campaign for the 22-year-old forward across the first five fixtures, establishing an early advantage that Gernika protected for the vast majority of the contest.
Sestao River Responds Before the Break
Sestao River attempted an immediate response following the early setback. Before the quarter-hour mark, Leiza cleared a header from Argente off the goal line following a corner kick, and the referee subsequently disallowed an effort from Laka due to a foul committed against Ariznabarreta. In the 26th minute, Sestao’s Bengoetxea broke through on a one-on-one opportunity, but Ariznabarreta closed down the angle quickly to prevent a clean shot. Right before halftime, Castillo struck a long-range effort from the right wing that ricocheted off the crossbar.
Ariznabarreta Saves Keep Gernika in Lead
Throughout the second half, Gernika relied on defensive organization and standout saves from goalkeeper Oier Ariznabarreta to preserve their narrow lead. Ariznabarreta stretched to block a direct free kick from Eneko Delgado and later produced a crucial stop to deny another header from Argente. Moments prior to Sestao’s breakthrough, Gernika nearly sealed the win when Rementeria tested Iru, who kept his side within striking distance.
Late Goals Secure the Win
Sestao River finally broke through in the 87th minute when Castillo converted with a header following a cross from Miguélez. Deep into stoppage time in the 93rd minute, Jon Rojo completed the comeback by finishing an attack down the left side, securing the three points for the visitors and maintaining their fourth-place position in the standings, while Gernika remained in sixth place despite the defeat.
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