Celta Vigo B 2–2 CE Europa | Primera División RFEF | 7 June 2026

Celta Vigo B and CE Europa played out an entertaining 2–2 draw in the Spanish Primera División RFEF on 7 June 2026. The match at the Celta training ground saw both sides trade blows, with the home side twice taking the lead only for the visitors to reply on each occasion. The draw reflected the open, attacking nature of the contest.

Match Overview

Kick-off was at 22:15 local time, and from the first whistle it was clear that neither team intended to sit back. Celta Vigo B, the reserve side of La Liga's RC Celta, looked to play quick combination football through the middle, while CE Europa relied on direct wing play and set pieces. The first goal arrived in the 12th minute when a clever through-ball split the Europa defence, allowing the Celta B striker to round the keeper and slot home.

First Half: End-to-End Football

CE Europa responded well and equalised in the 31st minute. A corner kick was flicked on at the near post, and the ball fell to an unmarked Europa midfielder, who volleyed into the roof of the net. The parity lasted only seven minutes. Celta Vigo B regained the lead before half-time with a beautifully worked free-kick routine that ended with a low finish past the Europa wall. The home side went into the break 2–1 up.

Second Half: Europa's Grit

The second half was more tactical, with both teams wary of conceding again. Celta B created several chances to put the game to bed but were denied by the Europa goalkeeper, who made a string of fine saves. The pressure finally told on the home defence in the 78th minute. A quick Europa counter-attack caught the Celta backline out of position, and the winger cut inside to fire a left-footed shot into the far corner. Despite late pushes from both sides, the score remained 2–2.

Standout Players

• Celta Vigo B’s No.10: Involved in both goals, his creativity and passing range were a constant threat.
• CE Europa goalkeeper: Made at least four crucial stops, including a reflex save from a close-range header in the 85th minute.
• Europa’s goalscorer (2nd goal): His well-taken equaliser showcased composure under pressure and revived his side’s hopes of a road point.

Season Context

The draw left Celta Vigo B in 7th position in the Primera División RFEF standings, still within touching distance of the promotion playoff places. CE Europa remained 13th, seven points clear of the relegation zone. For both sides, every point matters as the season enters its decisive phase. Celta B will rue the missed opportunity to close the gap on the top six, while Europa will take confidence from their ability to come from behind twice on the road.

The match also highlighted the depth of talent in Celta’s youth system, with several under-20 players featuring prominently. CE Europa, meanwhile, proved they can compete against the division’s more technically gifted sides.