CD Roda 1-1 Crevillente: Honours Even in Tercera División RFEF Group 6 Clash

CD Roda and Crevillente shared the points after a hard-fought 1-1 draw in Spanish Tercera División RFEF Group 6 action on 19 September 2026. Played under the lights at the Ciudad Deportiva Pamesa Cerámica, the match was a typically tight encounter between two sides who know each other well from the regionalised fifth tier, and neither team was able to find a decisive second goal.

The result leaves both clubs with plenty to reflect on. Roda showed bright attacking spells and took the lead in the first half, but Crevillente’s persistence after the break earned them a deserved equaliser and a valuable away point.

Match Overview

From the opening whistle, CD Roda looked to impose themselves on the game. The hosts moved the ball quickly through midfield and looked to stretch Crevillente’s back line with early crosses into the box. Crevillente, meanwhile, sat compact and looked to spring counter-attacks through the channels, a familiar approach for a side comfortable playing away from home in a demanding division.

The first clear chance arrived after a spell of Roda pressure. A well-worked move down the right ended with a low delivery into the penalty area, but Crevillente’s goalkeeper reacted well to smother the danger. At the other end, the visitors reminded Roda of their threat with a curling effort from the edge of the box that drifted just wide.

Key Moments

• 34th minute: CD Roda broke the deadlock with a composed finish after a quick turnover in midfield. The move started with a tackle in the centre circle and ended with a low strike into the bottom corner.
• Half-time: Roda went in 1-0 up, but Crevillente had already shown signs that the game was far from settled.
• 71st minute: Crevillente equalised from a set piece. A deep free-kick was headed back across goal and turned in from close range, sparking celebrations from the travelling supporters.
• Late chances: Both teams pushed for a winner in the final ten minutes. Roda sent extra bodies forward, while Crevillente nearly caught them on the break with a swift counter-attack.

Tactical Story

CD Roda’s 4-2-3-1 shape gave them control in midfield for long periods, with the two holding players recycling possession and allowing the full-backs to advance. The problem was converting that control into clear chances. Crevillente defended their penalty area well, blocking shots and crowding the central lanes.

After the equaliser, Crevillente gained belief. Their midfield line pushed higher, and they began to win more second balls. Roda responded by introducing fresh legs out wide, but the final pass was often just off target. In the end, a draw felt like a fair reflection of a contest in which both teams had moments of superiority without ever fully dominating.

Standout Performers

Roda’s midfield anchor was central to their best passages, breaking up play and starting attacks with simple, effective distribution. The goalscorer also worked tirelessly, dropping deep to link play and testing the Crevillente defence with runs in behind.

For Crevillente, the goalkeeper kept them in the match before the equaliser with two important saves, while the centre-back who scored the goal produced a strong all-round defensive display. Their wingers also caused problems on the counter, particularly in the second half.

What It Means

In the crowded Tercera División RFEF Group 6 table, every point carries weight. CD Roda will feel they let two slip after leading, but the performance offered encouragement. Crevillente, meanwhile, will take confidence from a disciplined away display and a second-half response that showed character.

Both sides now turn their attention to the next round of fixtures, knowing that consistency will be essential in a division where promotion and relegation battles are often decided by fine margins.