Mérida AD made it two wins from two at the start of the 2026-27 Primera División RFEF campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Deportivo La Coruña B at the Estadio Romano on Saturday night. The match, which kicked off at 01:15 local time, produced a single moment of quality that separated the sides in a tense, physical contest.

A Night of Patience and Punishment

From the opening exchanges, it was clear that Deportivo La Coruña B, the reserve side of the Galician giants, arrived with a clear game plan: sit deep, frustrate the hosts, and hit on the counter. That approach worked for much of the first half, as Mérida enjoyed the lion’s share of possession but struggled to carve out clear-cut chances against a well-drilled defensive block.

The breakthrough finally came in the 58th minute. A swift passing move down the right flank created space for Mérida’s winger, whose low cross was turned home from close range by the forward, sending the home crowd into raptures. The goal forced Deportivo B to abandon their cautious approach, and they pushed forward in search of an equaliser.

Defensive Resilience Tells the Story

Despite late pressure, Mérida’s back line remained resolute. The central defensive partnership dealt superbly with aerial balls into the box, while the goalkeeper made a vital save in the 84th minute to preserve the clean sheet. It was a performance built on organisation and character, just as much as the attacking spark that produced the winner.

• Final score: Mérida AD 1 - 0 Deportivo La Coruña B
• Competition: Spanish Primera División RFEF
• Venue: Estadio Romano, Mérida

What It Means for the Standings

The victory moves Mérida AD into the upper reaches of the early Primera División RFEF standings, demonstrating their promotion ambitions ahead of what promises to be a deeply competitive season. For Deportivo La Coruña B, the result is a frustrating start that will require a response in their next fixture as they look to build momentum and develop the club’s young talents.

Matches in Spain’s third tier are often decided by fine margins, and this was no exception. With the three points secured, Mérida AD will take confidence into the coming rounds, while the visiting reserves will be eager to turn promising spells into tangible rewards.