Tenerife B Faces First Away Loss Against Alcalá Due to Missed Opportunities

CD Tenerife B suffered their first away defeat of the season at El Val, where they struggled to capitalize on numerous scoring chances against RSD Alcalá. Despite dominating possession and creating several opportunities, the blanquiazul side’s inability to convert these chances into goals ultimately cost them the match.

Match Overview and Key Moments

The match highlighted a significant disparity between the two teams, with Tenerife B showcasing superior ball control and a more aggressive offensive strategy. From the outset, they established a commanding presence on the field, pressing forward and maintaining a solid defensive structure. Within the first ten minutes, they controlled the midfield, creating a series of threats against the Alcalá defense.

In the 11th minute, Kevin had a promising opportunity to score, but his shot went off target, missing the chance to put Tenerife B ahead early. Shortly after, Walid found himself in a favorable position but was thwarted by a foul call from the referee, which prevented him from taking a shot on goal.

As the first half progressed, the blanquiazul side continued to apply pressure. However, their efforts were met with a setback just before halftime when Alcalá managed to score against the run of play. Taking advantage of a rare moment of imbalance in the Tenerife B defense, Javi Hernández found the back of the net, giving Alcalá a 1-0 lead and leaving Tenerife B to ponder their missed opportunities.

Missed Opportunities and Tactical Adjustments

As the second half unfolded, Tenerife B remained determined to equalize. Joel had a significant chance after receiving a creative assist from Ulloa, but instead of passing to the unmarked Walid, he opted to shoot, resulting in a save by Alcalá’s goalkeeper, Pantoja. This miss was emblematic of Tenerife B’s struggles throughout the match, as they continued to dominate possession but failed to convert their chances into goals.

Midway through the first half, Tenerife B earned a penalty after Walid was fouled in the box. However, Omar’s penalty attempt was poorly executed and saved, compounding the team’s frustrations. As the match progressed, Alcalá’s strategy shifted to a more physical approach, leading to a total of five yellow cards being issued, including one for their manager, Vivar Dorado, due to dissent.

Despite the setbacks, Tenerife B maintained their attacking intent, stringing together passes and searching for openings in the Alcalá defense. However, their efforts were met with resistance as Alcalá’s players increasingly resorted to tactical fouls to disrupt Tenerife B’s rhythm.

Second Half Struggles and Final Outcome

After the halftime break, Tenerife B struggled to maintain the momentum they had built in the first half. Despite making tactical substitutions aimed at bolstering their midfield and attack, the team found it difficult to create clear-cut chances. Walid, in particular, had two golden opportunities to equalize but was unable to convert either chance, further frustrating the visitors.

As the match wore on, Alcalá’s strategy of drawing fouls began to pay off, resulting in four player dismissals. Despite being reduced in numbers, they managed to hold on to their slender lead, showcasing resilience in defense. In the dying moments of the match, Tenerife B had one final opportunity with a free-kick, but Marcos’s effort lacked the necessary conviction and failed to threaten the Alcalá goal.

Ultimately, the match concluded with a score of 1-0 in favor of Alcalá, marking a disappointing result for Tenerife B. The blanquiazul side will need to reflect on their missed opportunities and find ways to improve their finishing as they look ahead to their next match.

RSD ALCALÁ 1 (1) CD TENERIFE B 0 (0)

RSD ALCALÁ: Pantoja; Edu Viaña, Cristian, Jiménez (Hector, 56’), Dani Nieto (Marco, 88’); Arribas (Sergio, 70’), Sergio Marcos (Ángel, 56’), Borja Sánchez (Nico Sánchez, 70’), Aitor González, Izan; and Javi Hernández.

CD TENERIFE B: Aragoneses; Giovanni, Kevin, Julen (Víctor, 82’), Trilla; Ulloa, Yerover (Mauro, 60’); Omar Sánchez (Marcos, 68’), Joel, Ibarra (Cristian, 68’); and Walid.

REFEREE: Héctor Rodríguez Carpallo (Valencian Committee). He dismissed Vivar Dorado (36’ and 90’) and Chete (36’ and 90+4’) for double yellow cards, as well as Javi Hernández (90+7) and Álvaro (90+4’) from the bench for dissent. He cautioned Borja Sánchez (33’), Dani Nieto (35’), Aitor González (35’), Cristian (36’); and from the visitors, Trilla (36’), Julen (72’), and Ulloa (79’).

GOAL: 1-0, 40’: Javi Hernández.

INCIDENTS: Municipal El Val. Natural grass in good condition. A cool afternoon. Approximately 2,000 spectators.

Key Points:

Key points

• Tenerife B dominated possession but failed to convert chances into goals.
• Alcalá scored just before halftime, capitalizing on a defensive lapse.
• Missed penalty and other clear opportunities compounded Tenerife B’s frustrations.
• Alcalá adopted a physical approach, leading to multiple yellow cards.
• Tenerife B struggled to maintain momentum in the second half despite tactical changes.
• The match ended 1-0, marking a disappointing first away loss for Tenerife B.