CD Linares Deportivo edged Puente Genil 1-0 in a tight Spanish Segunda División RFEF contest on March 22, 2026. A solitary goal was enough for Linares to claim a valuable home victory, moving them up the table in a congested mid-table section of the league. The only goal of a cagey match came just after the hour mark, with Linares finally breaking down a stubborn Puente Genil defense. The visitors offered more threat going forward after conceding but were unable to find a way past the Linares goalkeeper, who made a crucial late save to preserve the clean sheet and the win. This result provided a welcome boost for Linares Deportivo's playoff aspirations, while Puente Genil's inconsistent form away from home continued. The Linares manager praised his team's patience and defensive concentration.