Arenas Club de Getxo claimed a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Deportivo La Coruña B in the Spanish Primera División RFEF on 8 November 2026, with a late goal deciding a match that swung back and forth at the Estadio Gobela. The home side’s persistence paid off in the closing stages, earning three important points in a fiercely competitive section of the third tier.

Match overview

Arenas started brightly and looked the more purposeful side in the opening exchanges, pressing high and forcing Deportivo’s reserve team into early mistakes. The visitors gradually settled into the game and began to show why they are regarded as a technically gifted outfit, but Arenas’ energy and directness gave the match a compelling edge throughout.

The first half produced chances at both ends, with Arenas’ wide players causing problems and Deportivo La Coruña B looking dangerous whenever they managed to play through the first line of pressure. The game was played at a good tempo, and neither defence looked entirely comfortable.

Key moments

• 18th minute: Arenas took the lead when Jon Etxaniz latched onto a loose ball inside the box and fired into the bottom corner.
• 39th minute: Deportivo La Coruña B equalised through Hugo Sanmartín, whose header from a right-wing cross beat the goalkeeper.
• 57th minute: Arenas goalkeeper Iker Vidal made a crucial save one-on-one to keep the score level.
• 74th minute: Deportivo hit the post from a free-kick as the visitors pushed for a second goal.
• 86th minute: Aitor Seguín scored the winner for Arenas, arriving late at the back post to convert a low cross.

Tactical story

Arenas Club de Getxo set up with an aggressive 4-4-2 that looked to deny Deportivo time in central areas. Their front two worked hard to cut off passing lanes into midfield, and the wide midfielders tucked in when the visitors had possession. That approach limited Deportivo’s ability to build smoothly, although it also left Arenas vulnerable to quick switches of play.

Deportivo La Coruña B, as expected, wanted to play out from the back and use their numerical advantage in midfield. When they succeeded, they looked the more polished side, but they were guilty of overplaying in dangerous areas. Arenas’ winning goal came from exactly the kind of transition moment that characterised the match: a quick turnover, a direct run, and a finish from a player arriving unmarked in the box.

Standout performers

Jon Etxaniz was a constant threat for Arenas, combining sharp movement with a willingness to shoot from distance. Aitor Seguín’s late winner capped a strong all-round display, while Iker Vidal’s second-half save proved just as valuable as the goals. In defence, Mikel Orbegozo produced a composed performance under pressure.

For Deportivo La Coruña B, Hugo Sanmartín was the standout attacker, holding the ball up well and scoring a well-taken equaliser. Midfielder Álex Barba showed good range of passing, but the visitors will regret not making more of their best spells.

What the result means

The win lifts Arenas Club de Getxo in the Primera División RFEF standings and gives the squad a timely confidence boost. Deportivo La Coruña B remain a dangerous side on their day, but this was a lesson in game management at a difficult away venue. For Arenas, the result is further proof that their home form could be the foundation of a strong season.