Match Report: Atletico Arteixo 1-2 CD Estradense – Estradense Snatch Late Win in TRFEF PO Clash

CD Estradense came from behind to beat Atletico Arteixo 2-1 at the Campo de Fútbol de Arteixo on May 24, 2026, in a thrilling encounter in the SPA TRFEF PO (Tercera Federación Playoff). The result maintains Estradense’s strong run of form, while Arteixo’s hopes of climbing the table take a blow. A dramatic second half saw three goals, with the visitors scoring twice in the final 20 minutes.

Match Overview

Arteixo started brightly and took the lead in the 19th minute through striker Hugo Rodriguez. A long ball over the top caught Estradense’s defense napping, and Rodriguez’s composed finish gave them a 1-0 advantage. Estradense struggled to respond before halftime, but their manager’s half-time talk clearly worked. They came out with renewed energy in the second half, pressing Arteixo high up the pitch. The equalizer came in the 68th minute when winger Diego Castro cut inside from the left and drilled a low shot into the far corner. The momentum shifted entirely, and Estradense completed the turnaround in the 83rd minute. A corner from the right was met by defender Marcos Vázquez, who powered a header past the helpless Arteixo goalkeeper. Arteixo pushed for a late equalizer but Estradense held firm.

Key Moments

• 19th minute – Goal Arteixo: Hugo Rodriguez scores after a well-timed run and cool finish.
• 68th minute – Goal Estradense: Diego Castro cuts inside and fires home from 18 yards.
• 83rd minute – Goal Estradense: Marcos Vázquez heads in from a corner to complete the comeback.
• 90+2': Arteixo’s Juan Carlos hit the crossbar with a powerful header, agonizingly close to an equalizer.

Tactical Story

Arteixo set up defensively in a 5-3-2, hoping to hit Estradense on the counter. Their early goal was exactly that, but they were unable to double their lead when they had chances. Estradense, playing a fluid 4-2-3-1, dominated possession from the start of the second half, with midfielders Álvaro López and Pablo Rey controlling the tempo. Arteixo’s wing-backs dropped too deep, allowing Castro space to cut inside. The winning goal came from a set piece, highlighting Estradense’s physical advantage in the box. Arteixo couldn’t cope with the pressure and paid the price for sitting back.

Standout Players

• Diego Castro (Estradense): The winger’s equalizer was a moment of individual brilliance, and his dribbling caused constant problems.
• Marcos Vázquez (Estradense): The central defender scored the winner and also made crucial defensive blocks in the dying minutes.
• Hugo Rodriguez (Arteixo): His well-taken goal was the highlight of Arteixo’s night, but he was isolated in the second half.

Season Context

The TRFEF PO (likely the Tercera Federación Playoff or a regional promotion/relegation phase) is a tight competition. With this win, CD Estradense moves into third place, strengthening their position in the promotion chase. Atletico Arteixo, meanwhile, drops to seventh, now outside the playoff places, with work to do in the remaining fixtures. Next week, Estradense face a tough test against league leaders CD Choco, while Arteixo travel to bottom side CD Atios in search of points.