Leganes B claimed a hard-fought 2-1 away victory over CD Illescas in an International Club Friendly on 8 August 2026. The match served as an important step in both teams' pre-season schedules, with Leganes B showcasing their attacking depth while Illescas demonstrated why they will be a tough opponent in competitive action.

An open and competitive atmosphere

Playing in front of a lively crowd, Illescas started brightly and created the first clear opportunity of the game. Their energetic pressing forced an early error from the Leganes B defence, but the resulting shot was dragged wide. Leganes B gradually settled, however, and opened the scoring with a well-timed finish after a quick transition from midfield.

The away side doubled their advantage shortly after the restart, taking advantage of a defensive lapse in the Illescas back line. Despite trailing by two, the home side showed character and pulled one back with twenty minutes remaining, setting up a tense finale. Leganes B managed the closing stages effectively, keeping possession and denying Illescas a clear sight of the equaliser.

Reasons to be encouraged

• Leganes B’s attacking threat: Two goals from different patterns of play showed variety in their forward play
• Illescas’s spirit: The home side refused to give up and made the game competitive until the end
• Youth development: Several academy players from both clubs earned valuable minutes against senior opposition
• Physical conditioning: The tempo remained high for most of the match, a positive sign in early August

Player performances

Leganes B’s goalscorers were the standout performers, each showing composure in front of goal. The left-sided forward was particularly lively, constantly driving at the Illescas defence and winning several set pieces. For Illescas, the substitute who scored the consolation goal injected energy into the final half-hour and offered a glimpse of the impact he could make during the season.

Looking ahead

Although the result matters less than the performance in a friendly context, Leganes B will take confidence from an away win over a well-organised side. Their ability to score twice and then protect the lead is precisely the kind of game management that coaches look for in pre-season. Illescas, meanwhile, will focus on the positives from their fightback and the lessons learned in defensive concentration.