CD Agoncillo produced a clinical away performance to beat CD Berceo 3-1 in their Tercera División RFEF Group 16 clash, turning an early deficit into a convincing victory with a composed second-half display. On a night when Berceo hoped home advantage would set the tone, it was Agoncillo’s pressing, width and finishing that decided the contest.

Match overview

Berceo started brightly and were rewarded in the 17th minute when Diego Sáenz converted from close range after a well-worked set piece. The lead gave the hosts confidence, but Agoncillo responded with growing control of midfield and equalised six minutes before half-time through Iker Muro, who finished low into the corner after a turnover high up the pitch.

The second half followed a similar pattern but with sharper end product from the visitors. Agoncillo took the lead in the 58th minute when Muro struck again, this time arriving late in the box to meet a cut-back from the right. Berceo pushed forward in search of an equaliser, but the game was settled in the 84th minute when Javier Galilea broke clear and calmly beat the goalkeeper.

Key moments

• 17’ — Berceo take the lead through Diego Sáenz after a dangerous set piece.
• 39’ — Iker Muro equalises for Agoncillo after a high turnover.
• 58’ — Muro scores his second, finishing a flowing move down the right.
• 84’ — Javier Galilea seals the win on the counter-attack.

Tactical story

Agoncillo’s 4-2-3-1 shape was built to press Berceo’s deep-lying midfielder, and the strategy paid off as the game wore on. The visitors forced repeated turnovers in the middle third and attacked quickly through the channels, with their wide players stretching Berceo’s back four. Berceo’s best moments came from set pieces and crosses into the box, but they struggled to sustain pressure once Agoncillo adjusted their line and tightened the space between midfield and defence.

The statistics reflected the visitors’ control: Agoncillo had more shots on target and won the majority of second-half duels. Berceo’s goalkeeper made several saves to keep the score respectable, but the hosts were ultimately punished for leaving gaps in transition.

Standout performers

Iker Muro was the obvious match-winner for Agoncillo, scoring twice and constantly finding space between Berceo’s midfield and defence. Javier Galilea added energy and directness from the flank, while Agoncillo’s centre-back pairing dealt well with Berceo’s late aerial pressure. For Berceo, Diego Sáenz took his goal well and remained a threat from set pieces, but the hosts lacked the same cutting edge in open play.

What it means

The result gives Agoncillo an important away win and strengthens their position in the Tercera División RFEF Group 16 table. For Berceo, it is a frustrating home defeat that leaves them searching for consistency, particularly in the second halves of matches. Agoncillo’s ability to come from behind and manage the closing stages will encourage their coaching staff as the season moves deeper into its winter phase.