The CICAR Lanzarote Ciudad de Arrecife improved significantly compared to their first two matches of the season, stepping up to challenge Atticgo Balonmano Elche, one of the favourites in the league. However, it was the small details that tilted the match in favour of the Elche side in the final moments, although San José Obrero remained in contention until the end. Ultimately, they fell short, losing 19-23.
Match Overview
The first half of the match was marked by parity, shifts in play, and narrow leads on the scoreboard. The initial significant advantage went to Atticgo Balonmano Elche, with Zaira Benítez and Carmen Figueiredo scoring to take a 4-2 lead. CICAR Lanzarote Ciudad de Arrecife responded with goals from Thais Fermo from the wing and Gema Trujillo from the penalty spot.
CICAR Lanzarote worked hard defensively to halt the opposition’s attacks, but faced more challenges in their offensive actions. Midway through the first half, the two-goal lead held by Atticgo Balonmano Elche was neutralised by two strong plays from Brazilian Thais Fermo, prompting Joaquín Rocamora to call a timeout with the score at 7-7. Elche later secured a three-goal lead at the end of the first half, concluding the period with a penalty converted by Vanessa Rubio. The score at halftime was 9-12.
Second Half Developments
At the start of the second half, the Elche side opened with a five-goal advantage, which prompted a timeout from Alfredo Rodríguez (10-15). Following the instructions from the bench, CICAR Lanzarote gained confidence, showing strong defensive play, and Ana Marín’s performance in goal was particularly commendable.
With eleven minutes remaining in the match, Alba Tort scored a penalty to bring her team within one goal (17-18). Atticgo Balonmano Elche responded with tightened defence, while only Ana Rodavic’s individual efforts kept CICAR Lanzarote in the game.
Ultimately, the match was decided by small details and favoured Atticgo Balonmano Elche. Lisa Oppedal finished a quick counterattack, and Vanesa Rubio sealed the match with a penalty.
The final score was 19-23, in a game where CICAR Lanzarote Ciudad de Arrecife made significant strides, but it wasn’t enough for a positive result. They now have two weeks to prepare for their next league fixture against Rocasa Gran Canaria.
Technical Information
CICAR Lanzarote Ciudad de Arrecife (19): Ana Marín, Gema Trujillo (4), Celia López (1), Alba Tort (5), Ana Radovic (3), Thais Fermo (3) and Rocío Squizziato – starting team – Irene Sánchez, Keyla Hernández, Leticia Cobo, Andrea Boner (1), Marilia Correia, Melania Cabrera, and Ana Rivas (2). Coach: Alfredo Rodríguez.
Atticgo Balonmano Elche (23): Nicole Morales, Paula Agulló, Lisa Oppedal (4), Clara Gascó (2), Esther Martín-Buro, Carmen Figueiredo (4) and Noelia Sola (3) – starting team – Udane Bernabé, Jimena Laguna (1), Patricia Méndez, Lucía Calleja, Zaira Benítez (4), Vanessa Rubio (3), Lidia Trinidad Bormabá (1), Rosa Armenteros (1). Coach: Joaquín Rocamora.
Score by minutes: 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 9-12 (halftime) 10-13, 11-15, 14-17, 17-19, 19-21, 19-23 (final).
Referees: Ignacio Rubio Díaz (Madrid) and Sergio Fernández-Montes Medina (Castilla La Mancha). Excluded from the match were Leticia Cobo (1), Ana Radovic (1), and Rocío Squizziato (1) from CICAR Lanzarote Ciudad de Arrecife and Lisa Oppedal (1), Patricia Méndez (1), Vanessa Rubio (1), Carmen Figueiredo (1), and Noelia Solla (1) from Atticgo Balonmano Elche.
Incidentals: Municipal Pavilion of Titerroy, approximately 150 spectators. Match corresponding to the third round of the Liga Guerreras Iberdrola.
