Full-time: Selaya FC 1-2 CF Vimenor

CF Vimenor came from behind to beat Selaya FC 2-1 in their Spanish Tercera División RFEF Group III clash, with a second-half winner securing all three points in a keenly contested Cantabrian encounter.

The result strengthens Vimenor’s position in the league table and leaves Selaya FC reflecting on a match they led but could not close out. It was a typical Tercera División RFEF battle: compact, physical and decided by fine margins, with the visitors’ greater control in midfield eventually telling.

Match Overview

Selaya FC made an encouraging start and took the lead in the 14th minute when Javier Ruiz reacted quickest to a half-cleared corner, firing through a crowded penalty area and into the net. The home side’s early energy unsettled Vimenor, who struggled to find rhythm in the opening quarter.

Vimenor gradually grew into the game, however, and equalised four minutes before half-time through Sergio Fernández, whose curling effort from the edge of the box found the far corner. The second half was more controlled from the visitors, and they found the decisive goal in the 76th minute when Pablo Cobo arrived late in the box to convert a low cross.

Key Moments

• 14th minute: Javier Ruiz gives Selaya FC the lead after a corner is only partially cleared.
• 41st minute: Sergio Fernández equalises for CF Vimenor with a well-placed curling strike.
• 76th minute: Pablo Cobo scores the winner, finishing a flowing move down the right.
• 89th minute: Selaya FC push bodies forward, but Vimenor’s defence holds firm to see out the win.

Tactical Story

Selaya FC began with a direct approach, looking to turn Vimenor’s defence early and capitalise on second balls. It worked for the opening goal, but as the match wore on, the home side dropped deeper and invited pressure. Vimenor took advantage by circulating possession more patiently and pushing their full-backs higher up the pitch.

The winning goal was a textbook example of Vimenor’s improved control. After switching play from left to right, they created space for a low cross, and Pablo Cobo’s late run into the box was not tracked. Selaya FC responded with late pressure, but clear chances were scarce against a well-organised back line.

Standout Performers

Sergio Fernández was central to Vimenor’s comeback, combining technical quality with tireless running in midfield. Pablo Cobo took his goal well and was a constant threat with his movement between the lines. For Selaya FC, Javier Ruiz was the standout performer, capping a strong individual display with the opening goal.

Season Impact

CF Vimenor’s away win is a significant boost in the Spanish Tercera División RFEF, where points on the road are often hard to come by. The victory keeps them moving in the right direction and underlines their ability to respond after conceding first. Selaya FC, meanwhile, will rue a missed opportunity to build on their early lead, though their performance showed enough to suggest they can compete in the group.