This match took place on March 29, 2026. In the nearly six months since then, Real Zaragoza have played five matches at home, recording four defeats and a draw. They fared no better away from home, ultimately suffering relegation to the third tier. It is surprising that their previous win came against the league leaders. Real Racing’s squad included players such as Andrés Martín and Iñigo Vicente.
That day, Real Zaragoza’s starting XI looked very different from the team seen now: Andrada; Aguirregabiria, El Yamiq, Insua, Larios; Saidu, Keidi Bare; Francho, Rober, Hugo Pinilla; Dani Gómez. Only Saidu and Pinilla remain in the Zaragoza squad.
THE MATCH
Real Zaragoza managed to neutralize the attack of a Real Racing side plagued by absences. They also made the most of their chances. Dani Gómez opened the scoring in the 73rd minute, before Sangalli made it 2-0. It was the final goal in a match Real Zaragoza won at Ibercaja Estadio.
Sangalli turned a very dangerous cross from Keidi Bare into his own goal, with the right-back, newly signed by Real Zaragoza, inadvertently sending the ball into his own net. Such are the curiosities and paradoxes of football.
The league leaders were beaten by a Real Zaragoza side that still believed it could avoid relegation. At that point, they had moved to within three points of safety. However, in the following 10 matches, the Zaragoza side were unable to win again.
ANTEQUERA
Now, the team has an opportunity to claim a victory nearly six months later—and to do so at home. Beating Antequera would certainly not be the greatest joy for Zaragoza fans, but it is the present reality that must be addressed. The Zaragoza side need to secure three vital points.
Real Zaragoza begin their campaign at home in the third tier with the categorical imperative to win. Against Antequera, who travel to the Aragonese capital after securing their first victory against Ibiza, there can be no more mistakes. The first win of the season must come this Saturday at 9:00 p.m.
