Cerdanyola del Vallès edge CF Montañesa in narrow home victory

Cerdanyola del Vallès claimed a 1-0 win over CF Montañesa in the Spanish Tercera División RFEF on 18 October 2026, with a second-half goal settling a tightly contested match at the Camp Municipal Les Fontetes. The home side’s patience and defensive discipline earned them three important points in a game that was short on clear-cut chances but high on commitment.

The victory strengthens Cerdanyola’s position in the Tercera División RFEF table and gives them momentum in a competitive Catalan section. For CF Montañesa, the defeat was a frustrating one: they competed well for long periods but lacked the final touch in the attacking third.

Match overview

The first half was a cautious affair. Cerdanyola looked to control possession and probe down the flanks, while Montañesa defended in a compact shape and tried to spring forward on the counter. Neither goalkeeper was seriously tested in the opening 25 minutes, with most of the play confined to midfield.

As the half progressed, Cerdanyola began to find more space between the lines. A series of crosses caused uncertainty in the Montañesa defence, but the visitors survived until the interval. The decisive moment arrived in the 63rd minute, when Marc Vidal arrived late in the box to convert a low cross and give Cerdanyola the lead.

Key moments

• 14’ – First opening: Cerdanyola worked the ball wide, but the cross was cleared at the near post.
• 31’ – Montañesa counter: A quick break ended with a shot from distance that sailed over the bar.
• 49’ – Cerdanyola pressure: A corner caused a scramble in the box before Montañesa cleared.
• 63’ – Winning goal: Marc Vidal finished calmly from close range after a well-timed run into the area.
• 76’ – Montañesa response: The visitors forced a save from a header as they pushed for an equaliser.
• 89’ – Late block: Cerdanyola defended a dangerous free-kick to protect their lead.

Tactical story

Cerdanyola’s victory was built on control and patience. They dominated possession without rushing their attacks, moving the ball from side to side to draw Montañesa out of position. Their wide players were key, repeatedly stretching the visiting defence and creating the space that led to the winning goal.

Montañesa, by contrast, were reliant on transitions. They defended deep and looked to hit Cerdanyola on the break, but their final pass often let them down. When they did manage to get into promising positions, the home defence recovered well. Cerdanyola’s ability to manage the final stages — slowing the tempo and defending set pieces — was just as important as the goal itself.

Standout players

Marc Vidal was the match-winner for Cerdanyola, his movement and composure in the box proving the difference. The home captain also deserve credit for organising the midfield and keeping the team calm during Montañesa’s late pressure. For the visitors, the central defender was excellent for long spells, winning headers and reading danger, while their goalkeeper made two important saves to keep the scoreline close.

Season impact

Three points lift Cerdanyola del Vallès in the Tercera División RFEF standings and reinforce their credentials as a difficult team to beat at home. The clean sheet will please the coaching staff, especially after a match in which game management mattered as much as creativity. CF Montañesa leave with no points but with a performance that suggests they can compete in the division; converting promising spells into goals will be the priority in the coming weeks.