Arenas Club de Getxo 2-0 UD Ourense: Controlled Primera RFEF win for Getxo

Arenas Club de Getxo secured a comfortable 2-0 victory over UD Ourense in the Spanish Primera División RFEF on 24 October 2026, with goals from Iker Zubizarreta and Unai Etxebarria sealing a well-deserved three points at the Campo Municipal de Gobela. Getxo controlled the tempo for long spells and defended intelligently to keep a valuable clean sheet.

Match overview

Getxo began the match with intent, pressing Ourense high and forcing the visitors into early mistakes. The home side’s midfield dominated the ball, and their wide players repeatedly found space in the channels. The opening goal arrived in the 29th minute when Zubizarreta received the ball on the edge of the box, shifted it onto his stronger foot and curled a precise effort into the far corner.

Ourense responded with a more aggressive approach after the break, pushing more bodies forward in search of an equaliser. However, Getxo’s defensive structure held firm, and the home side remained dangerous on the counter-attack. The second goal came in the 73rd minute when Etxebarria finished off a flowing move, converting a low cross at the back post.

Ourense’s best chances came from set pieces in the final 15 minutes, but Getxo’s goalkeeper and centre-backs dealt with the danger comfortably. The home side managed the closing stages professionally, keeping possession and limiting Ourense’s opportunities to build momentum.

Key moments

• 29th minute: Iker Zubizarreta opens the scoring with a curling effort from the edge of the box.
• 52nd minute: Getxo goalkeeper makes a sharp save to deny Ourense an equaliser.
• 73rd minute: Unai Etxebarria doubles the lead with a back-post finish.
• 88th minute: Getxo clear a late corner to preserve the clean sheet.

Tactical story

Getxo’s 4-3-3 formation allowed them to dominate possession and press Ourense’s deep-lying midfielders. The home side’s front three worked hard to close down passing lanes, while the midfield trio provided excellent support in both directions. Getxo’s full-backs pushed high, creating width and allowing the wingers to drift inside and combine with the central striker.

Ourense struggled to build from the back under pressure and often resorted to long balls, which Getxo’s centre-backs dealt with comfortably. The visitors improved after half-time by pressing higher themselves, but that approach left space behind their defence, which Getxo exploited for the second goal. Ourense’s set-piece threat was their most promising route back into the game, but Getxo’s concentration never wavered.

Standout players

Zubizarreta was the architect of Getxo’s best attacking moments, combining technical quality with intelligent movement. Etxebarria’s energy and positioning earned him the second goal, while Getxo’s goalkeeper made a crucial save at 1-0 to protect the lead. For Ourense, their goalkeeper kept the scoreline respectable with several saves, and their captain tried to drive the team forward from midfield.

What it means for the table

The win strengthens Arenas Club de Getxo’s position in the Primera División RFEF standings and gives them confidence heading into their next fixtures. UD Ourense will be disappointed with their lack of cutting edge in the final third, but they showed enough fight after the break to suggest they can compete in the division. Getxo’s clean sheet and controlled performance will please their coaching staff, especially as they look to build a push toward the playoff places.