Castellón 2–1 Eibar: Home side battles back to earn three points

Castellón staged an impressive comeback to defeat Eibar 2‑1 at the Nou Estadi Castàlia on 1 June 2026. The result extended Castellón’s unbeaten run and dealt a blow to Eibar’s promotion ambitions in a lively Segunda División encounter.

Match overview

Eibar started brightly and took a deserved lead in the 22nd minute through a well‑struck volley from the edge of the box after a corner was only half‑cleared. The visitors looked in control, but Castellón gradually grew into the contest, testing the Eibar goalkeeper with several long‑range efforts before the break.

Second‑half turnaround

Castellón equalised early in the second half when a cross from the right was met with a powerful header that gave the goalkeeper no chance. Buoyed by the goal, the home side continued to press and were rewarded in the 68th minute. A swift counter‑attack ended with a composed finish from close range to put Castellón ahead.

Defensive stand

Eibar threw men forward in search of an equaliser, but Castellón’s defence, supported by a midfield that worked tirelessly, repelled wave after wave of attacks. The home goalkeeper made two excellent saves in stoppage time to preserve the lead, sparking celebrations among the Castellón faithful.

Season context

The victory moved Castellón into the playoff conversation, while Eibar slipped to a frustrating defeat that left them outside the automatic promotion spots. The match highlighted Castellón’s resilience and ability to grind out results when required.