Montijo 3-1 Guadiana gave the home supporters a satisfying Spanish Tercera División RFEF Group 14 victory on Sunday, September 20, 2026. Montijo scored early, added a second before half-time, and then responded to a brief Guadiana fightback with a late third goal to seal the points.

Match overview

Montijo were sharp from the first whistle and imposed themselves on the game. Their pressing forced Guadiana into mistakes, and the early breakthrough gave them control. Guadiana improved after the interval and pulled a goal back, but Montijo managed the occasion well and finished the stronger side. The 3-1 scoreline reflected their greater cutting edge in the final third.

Key moments

• 8’ – Montijo open the scoring: Álvaro Cáceres finished a flowing move with a low shot into the corner.
• 34’ – Montijo double the lead: Iván Lozano headed home from a well-delivered cross.
• 62’ – Guadiana pull one back: José Manuel Rueda reduced the deficit with a powerful strike from outside the box.
• 74’ – Guadiana threaten: A free-kick narrowly missed the target as the visitors pushed for an equaliser.
• 90+2’ – Montijo seal it: Sergio Barroso broke clear and calmly made it 3-1.

Tactical story

Montijo’s 4-3-3 caused problems with its width and movement. The front three rotated constantly, pulling Guadiana’s back line out of shape. Guadiana adjusted at half-time and found more joy through central runs, but their comeback was halted by Montijo’s ability to counter at pace. The third goal arrived when Guadiana committed numbers forward, leaving space for a decisive break.

Standout players

Álvaro Cáceres set the tone with the opening goal and was a constant threat. Iván Lozano’s header gave Montijo breathing room, and Sergio Barroso’s late finish showed composure under pressure. For Guadiana, José Manuel Rueda was the standout, offering energy and quality in midfield, but his goal was not enough to spark a full recovery.

What it means in the table

The win gives Montijo a welcome boost in the Spanish Tercera División RFEF standings, especially with the margin of victory helping their goal difference. Guadiana will take some encouragement from their second-half performance, but the defeat leaves them searching for consistency. Montijo’s ability to score in different ways — early pressure, set pieces, and late counters — will be a positive takeaway.