Barakaldo CF secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Real Madrid Castilla in a Spanish Primera División RFEF match that kicked off on March 28, 2026. The home side claimed a crucial three points in their pursuit of a higher league table position, overcoming the talented reserve side of the Spanish giants in a tightly contested encounter. The match saw Barakaldo take an early lead, capitalizing on a defensive error to go ahead inside the opening twenty minutes. Real Madrid Castilla responded well, controlling possession and finding an equalizer before the halftime break through a well-worked team move. The second half was a tense affair, with both teams creating chances, but the decisive moment came in the 75th minute when a Barakaldo forward latched onto a through ball and slotted home calmly past the advancing goalkeeper. The result provides a significant boost for Barakaldo's campaign, while Castilla will rue missed opportunities to take something from the game. Post-match, the Barakaldo manager praised his team's resilience, stating, "We showed great character to come back and win after they equalized. It's a massive result for the club." The Castilla coach reflected on a learning experience, saying, "We dominated the ball but lacked the final cutting edge. These are the lessons the players need to learn."