Albacete B win seven-goal thriller against Atletico Tordesillas

Albacete B and Atletico Tordesillas produced one of the most entertaining matches of the Spanish Segunda División RFEF season so far, with Albacete B emerging 4-3 winners after a dramatic, end-to-end contest on September 13, 2026. The match swung one way and then the other, featuring four goals in a frantic first half and a late winner that finally settled a breathless encounter.

Albacete B’s young side showed attacking flair and no shortage of nerve. Atletico Tordesillas, who refused to fold after falling two goals behind, will feel they deserved something from a game in which they scored three times away from home. But a defensive lapse in the closing minutes allowed Albacete B to snatch all three points.

Match overview

The home side started with intensity and took the lead in the 8th minute when Sergio Molina latched onto a through ball and finished calmly into the bottom corner. Albacete B doubled their advantage in the 23rd minute through Javier López, whose low drive from the edge of the box found the net via the post.

Atletico Tordesillas responded well. In the 34th minute, Diego Herrero pulled one back with a header from a corner. Seven minutes later, Alberto Martín equalised with a clever finish after a quick passing move. The game was level at 2-2, but Albacete B restored their lead in the 58th minute when Sergio Molina scored his second of the match, converting from close range after a goalmouth scramble.

Back came Tordesillas again. In the 73rd minute, Carlos Sanz made it 3-3 with a composed finish on the counter. It looked as though the points would be shared, but in the 88th minute Marcos Ruiz struck the winner for Albacete B, arriving late at the back post to turn in a cross and send the home crowd into celebration.

Key moments

• 8th minute: Sergio Molina opens the scoring for Albacete B with a neat finish.
• 23rd minute: Javier López doubles the lead with a low effort off the post.
• 34th minute: Diego Herrero heads in for Atletico Tordesillas.
• 41st minute: Alberto Martín equalises at 2-2.
• 58th minute: Sergio Molina restores Albacete B’s lead with his second goal.
• 73rd minute: Carlos Sanz makes it 3-3 for the visitors.
• 88th minute: Marcos Ruiz scores the dramatic winner for Albacete B.

Tactical story

Albacete B played with the energy and fearlessness typical of a reserve side packed with promising academy players. Their midfield pressed aggressively and their front four rotated constantly, making it difficult for Atletico Tordesillas to track runners. The downside was a vulnerability to counterattacks, which Tordesillas exploited repeatedly.

Atletico Tordesillas were direct and effective in wide areas. They delivered dangerous crosses and were strong from set pieces, as shown by Diego Herrero’s header. However, their defence struggled to handle Albacete B’s movement in the final third. In a match with seven goals, neither coach will be entirely happy with the defensive organisation.

Standout players

Sergio Molina was the obvious star for Albacete B, scoring twice and linking play intelligently. Marcos Ruiz will be remembered for the late winner, but his all-round contribution in midfield was also important. For Atletico Tordesillas, Carlos Sanz was a constant threat on the break, while Alberto Martín’s equaliser was a moment of real quality. Diego Herrero’s aerial presence caused problems throughout.

What the result means

Albacete B move forward with confidence after a high-scoring victory that underlines their attacking potential in the Spanish Segunda División RFEF standings. Atletico Tordesillas, despite the defeat, showed enough going forward to suggest they will be competitive this season. The loss will sting because they fought back twice, but the performance offered plenty of positives. For neutrals, this was a reminder that the lower tiers of Spanish football can deliver as much drama as any elite league.