Ponferradina secured a convincing 3-1 home victory over Unionistas de Salamanca CF in a Spanish Primera División RFEF fixture on March 22, 2026. The win strengthens Ponferradina's position in the promotion race as they overcame a spirited challenge from their visitors. The home side started brightly and took an early lead through a powerful strike from just outside the penalty area. Unionistas responded well and managed to equalize before halftime from a set-piece, setting up a tense second half. Ponferradina regained control after the break, with their pressure paying off as they scored twice in a ten-minute period to put the game beyond doubt. The third goal, a clever chip over the advancing goalkeeper, was the highlight of the match. The result sees Ponferradina climb the league table, applying pressure on the automatic promotion spots, while Unionistas will be disappointed to leave empty-handed after a competitive display.