Fertiberia Puerto Sagunto convincingly win the final against Villa de Aranda

Fertiberia handball Puerto Sagunto secure a convincing 22-27 away victory against Blasgon/Bodegas Ceres Villa de Aranda. In a match that remained closely contested during the first half, the red-and-whites dominated after the interval. Pau Guitart's saves were crucial, as he was a wall in the red-and-white goal from the first minute. The team's defence and attacking efficiency were also key. With this victory and Cangas' defeat in Puente Genil, Fertiberia Handball Puerto Sagunto move out of the relegation places, occupying 14th position in the table with 13 points.

The match began with four saves from Pau Guitart, which enabled Nogués' side to take an early lead. Fertiberia were reduced to four players on court following exclusions for Pozzer and Chen, but maintained their two-goal advantage. However, in the 11th minute, Villa de Aranda levelled the match. Thanks to their defence, Pau's saves, teamwork and Kozina's goals, the red-and-whites turned the score around again and regained a two-goal lead. They went into half-time 10-12 ahead.

After the interval, Fertiberia were playing short-handed and Aranda improved their defence, equalising in the fifth minute of the second half. However, Nogués' side again moved three goals ahead. Pau continued to keep the goal shut, while the team continued to perform in defence and attack. Villa de Aranda were shown a straight red card after throwing the ball at Guitart's face from seven metres. The red-and-whites took control of the match and moved seven goals ahead, with goals from Aizen, Mirallave, Alegre, Chen and Corzo among others.

On Saturday 20 March, there will be another final at the Ovni against Ángel Ximénez Puente Genil. The players will have the support of their tireless fans, who are returning to the Ovni. Once again, due to measures imposed by the Generalitat and Sagunto Town Council, there will be a capacity of 150 people. Specifically, members M276 to M408 and their linked members may enter, as well as F86, F123, F136, F144, F146, F151, F167, F172 and F192 and their linked members. Members who can attend must arrive with sufficient time to pass the COVID-19 checks and security measures. It should also be remembered that presenting an ID card is compulsory, as the pass is NON-TRANSFERABLE; this pass requirement also applies to children under 10. Please also note that linked members must enter together with the ‘main’ members.

Match details

Blasgon/Bodegas Ceres VA: Luis de Vega, Julián Suoto (1), Da Silva, Negrete (4), Nicolás López Rey (3), Enrique Calvo, Zeljko, Juande Linares (2), Victor Megías (3), Miguel Llorens, Javier García (3), Gonçalo Rafael Novais (5), Julen (1), Samuel del Pozo, Ricardo Jorge.

Fertiberia BM Puerto Sagunto: Pau Guitart (1), Miralles, Mirallave (3), Querin (1), Alez Gil, Óscar Camacho, Carou (1), Corzo (2), Aizen (5); Toni Alegre (3), Dija Cruz (1), Roney, Óscar García, Chen Pomeranz (3), Bruno Kozina (5), Alex Pozzer (2).

Score progression: 0-1, 2-4, 5-5, 6-8, 8-10, 10-12, 13-14, 14-16, 15-19, 17-21, 19-24, 22-27.

Translation produced using artificial intelligence.