Real Madrid Castilla edged Antequera CF 3-2 in a pulsating Spanish Primera División RFEF encounter on 18 October 2026, with a late winner settling a match that swung one way and then the other at the Alfredo Di Stéfano Stadium.

In a game that had almost everything — early pressure, a pair of equalisers and a decisive strike inside the final two minutes — Castilla’s attacking quality proved just enough to see off an Antequera side that refused to go away. The result gives the home team a valuable three points in the promotion race and leaves the visitors with plenty of encouragement despite the defeat.

Match overview

Castilla started with the authority expected of a reserve side built around technically gifted young players. They moved the ball quickly through midfield, used the width of the pitch and pinned Antequera back during the opening quarter of an hour. That control was rewarded in the 14th minute when Álvaro Rodríguez found space inside the penalty area and finished calmly to make it 1-0.

Antequera responded well rather than folding. They began to press higher, forced Castilla into a few hurried passes and found an equaliser in the 35th minute through Luismi Redondo, whose well-timed run behind the defence was matched by a composed finish. The visitors’ goal changed the mood of the contest and ensured the half-time break arrived with the score level at 1-1.

Key moments

• 14th minute: Álvaro Rodríguez opens the scoring for Real Madrid Castilla after a quick passing move.
• 35th minute: Luismi Redondo equalises for Antequera CF with a smart run and finish.
• 58th minute: Rodríguez restores Castilla’s lead with his second goal of the match.
• 77th minute: Sergio Castel makes it 2-2, punishing Castilla for dropping too deep.
• 88th minute: Víctor Muñoz scores the late winner to send the home crowd into celebration.

The second half followed a similar pattern but with greater urgency. Castilla regained the lead in the 58th minute when Rodríguez doubled his personal tally, latching onto a loose ball after Antequera failed to clear a dangerous delivery. For a spell, the home side looked capable of pulling away, but Antequera’s response was impressive. Sergio Castel levelled in the 77th minute, converting after Castilla had retreated into their own box and allowed the visitors to build pressure.

With the match seemingly heading for a draw, Castilla found one final moment. Víctor Muñoz, who had been lively after coming into the game, arrived in the right place in the 88th minute and guided the ball beyond the goalkeeper. It was a goal that underlined Castilla’s depth and their ability to create chances even when the game becomes stretched.

Tactical story

Castilla’s approach was built on controlling possession and attacking through the half-spaces. Their full-backs pushed high, the midfield rotated constantly and Rodríguez’s movement caused problems throughout. The downside was that those advanced positions left space behind, and Antequera’s best moments came when they won the ball and attacked quickly.

Antequera deserve credit for their game plan. They defended in a compact block, looked to spring forward on the counter and were particularly effective from wide areas. Their two goals came from moments when Castilla’s shape was momentarily broken. In the end, however, the home side’s individual quality in the final third made the difference.

Standout players

Álvaro Rodríguez was the obvious match-winner for Castilla, with two well-taken goals and a constant threat in and around the box. Víctor Muñoz also made a decisive impact, while Castilla’s midfield kept the team moving forward even during Antequera’s stronger spells. For the visitors, Luismi Redondo and Sergio Castel both took their chances well and gave the Castilla defence a difficult afternoon.

Season impact

The win strengthens Real Madrid Castilla’s position in the Spanish Primera División RFEF standings and reinforces their reputation as one of the most watchable teams in the division. For Antequera CF, the performance will be remembered for its resilience, even if the result stings. They left with no points but with evidence that they can compete against one of the strongest squads in the league.

Matches like this are exactly why the Primera División RFEF remains such a compelling competition: young talent, tactical variety and late drama all in one evening. Castilla’s 3-2 victory will be filed away as a thriller — and as a reminder that their promotion push has real momentum.