Crevillente 2-2 CD Soneja — Crevillente and CD Soneja shared the points after a hard-fought 2-2 draw in the Spanish Tercera División RFEF, a result that reflected the intensity and fine margins of the contest.

Both teams came into the match needing points for different reasons, and the urgency was visible from the first minute. Crevillente started brightly and took the game to their opponents, while CD Soneja grew into the contest and showed why they are difficult to break down. In the end, neither side could find a late winner, leaving both with a valuable but frustrating point.

Crevillente start strongly

The hosts opened the scoring in the 14th minute when Rubén found space inside the box and slotted the ball past the goalkeeper. It was a reward for Crevillente’s early pressure and their willingness to attack down the left side. CD Soneja responded well, though, and equalized in the 34th minute through Marc, who finished off a quick move after winning the ball in midfield.

Just before half-time, Crevillente regained the lead. Álvaro timed his run perfectly to meet a cross and headed home, sending the home side into the break with a 2-1 advantage.

Key moments

• 14' — 1-0 Crevillente: Rubén opens the scoring with a neat finish inside the penalty area.
• 34' — 1-1 CD Soneja: Marc equalizes after a fast transition and a precise low strike.
• 42' — 2-1 Crevillente: Álvaro restores the lead with a well-directed header from a cross.
• 78' — 2-2 CD Soneja: A late surge from the visitors ends with a scrappy but crucial equalizer.

Tactical story

Crevillente set up to press high and use the width of the pitch, with their full-backs pushing forward to support the attack. That approach worked well in the first half, especially when they created overloads on the flanks. CD Soneja, however, adjusted after the break, sitting deeper and looking to hit on the counter. Their patience paid off when they found the equalizer in the 78th minute.

The final 15 minutes were tense, with both teams pushing for a winner. Crevillente threw extra bodies forward, while CD Soneja threatened on the break. Set pieces became increasingly important, and both goalkeepers were called into action before the referee brought the match to an end.

Standout players

Rubén was a constant threat for Crevillente and took his goal well, while Álvaro’s header showed his aerial strength and timing. In midfield, Crevillente’s captain worked tirelessly to keep the team organized. For CD Soneja, Marc was the standout performer, driving forward and scoring the goal that brought his side back into the game. The Soneja goalkeeper also made two important saves in the second half to preserve the draw.

What the draw means

In the Tercera División RFEF, every point can matter in the race for promotion play-off places and survival. Crevillente will feel they did enough to win, especially after leading twice, but the draw keeps them competitive in the group. CD Soneja will take confidence from their comeback and their ability to respond after conceding. Both teams now turn their attention to the next round, knowing that consistency will be the key to climbing the standings.