Leioa secured a narrow but vital 1‑0 away win over CD Derio in the first leg of their Tercera Federación promotion playoff. A solitary goal in the first half gave the visitors a slender advantage to take back to Leioa.

Match Overview

In a game of few chances, Leioa showed greater efficiency in front of goal. The decisive moment came in the 34th minute when Ander López collected a pass on the edge of the box, turned his marker, and fired a low shot into the bottom corner. CD Derio struggled to create clear openings, with Leioa’s defence remaining organised throughout. The home side pushed for an equaliser in the second half but were unable to test the goalkeeper significantly.

Key Moments

• 34′ – López scores the only goal of the game with a composed finish.
• 52′ – Derio’s Íñigo Rodríguez has a shot blocked on the line.
• 73′ – Leioa’s goalkeeper Mikel González makes a sharp save from a free‑kick.

Tactical Story

Leioa’s game plan was clear: stay compact, absorb pressure, and hit on the break. They executed it perfectly, with López’s goal coming from a rapid counter‑attack. CD Derio dominated possession (62%) but lacked a cutting edge in the final third. The hosts’ inability to break down a deep‑lying defence will be a concern ahead of the second leg.

Standout Players

• Ander López (Leioa) – Scored the winner and worked tirelessly to hold up the ball.
• Mikel González (Leioa) – A clean sheet with one vital save to preserve the lead.

Second Leg Preview

Leioa now hold a 1‑0 advantage and will be confident of finishing the job on home soil. CD Derio must win by at least one goal to force extra time, and by two to advance directly. The away goal gives Leioa a significant edge, but Derio have shown they can be dangerous, especially if they score early.