UD Marbella 3–1 Teruel
Spanish Primera División RFEF – 23 May 2026

Match Overview

UD Marbella strengthened their push for promotion with a commanding 3–1 victory over Teruel at the Marbella Football Center. The Andalusian side dominated the contest from start to finish, combining clinical finishing with a disciplined defensive display to secure three crucial points in the Primera División RFEF standings.

First-Half Dominance

Marbella wasted no time imposing themselves. Inside the opening 15 minutes, a well-worked move down the right flank ended with a low cross that striker Álvaro García swept into the far corner. The home side doubled their lead before the half-hour mark when midfielder Javi López unleashed a powerful strike from the edge of the box that left the Teruel goalkeeper with no chance. Marbella’s high press and quick transitions repeatedly troubled the visitors’ backline, forcing several early saves.

Second-Half Response and Teruel’s Fightback

Teruel showed more composure after the interval and managed to pull one back in the 58th minute through a well-taken header from a corner. The goal briefly sparked hope for the Aragonese side, but Marbella quickly restored their two-goal cushion. Substitute Carlos Martínez latched onto a through-ball and finished calmly under pressure to make it 3–1 in the 72nd minute. Teruel pushed forward in the final stages but failed to test Marbella’s goalkeeper seriously.

Key Performers

• Álvaro García (Marbella) – Opened the scoring and was a constant threat with his movement.
• Javi López (Marbella) – Dominated midfield and added a spectacular second goal.
• Teruel defence – Struggled to contain Marbella’s pace on the flanks.

Standings Impact

The win kept Marbella firmly in the promotion playoff places, while Teruel remained deep in the relegation zone. With the season entering its decisive phase, Marbella’s ability to convert possession into goals could prove decisive in their bid for a return to the Segunda División.