League

Estadio Chimbas
Spectators: 6965 (Terracing: 5300, Seating: 1665, VIP seats: 0) Chimbas AFC's Filiberto Berbiz started the match with a crisp pass. The crowd had been anticipating this game for weeks and the excitement in the stadium was easily visible. Maximo Gartxot took care of the ball after a well-directed shot from Erim Ispartalı, even though the ball almost passed him on his left side. Maximo Gartxot made a wonderful reflex save on a shot from Ulises Tiadoro in the 5th minute of play. Remigio Ascencio charged in rather forcefully in the 10th minute of the match, and managed to knock his opponent down. The referee showed Remigio Ascencio the yellow card, and asked the players to shake hands before continuing play. After 10 played minutes Concarán got a freekick which was hit by Remigio Ascencio. In the 12th minute the ball was on its way in behind Chimbas AFC's goalkeeper Maximo Gartxot, but with the help of a sacrificing defense, he could catch the ball at the crossbar. Ambrosio Elequemedo struck a weak shot in the 16th minute. Maximo Gartxot didn't even have to move as the ball rolled over the line well wide of the goal. A wasted opportunity for Concarán. Maximo Gartxot showed his good apprehension of the play when he made a fantastic save on a shot from Erim Ispartalı, who was totally free with the ball in the 22nd minute. In the 24th minute, Filiberto Berbiz hit a crossing free kick to the open man running down the field. In the 27th minute, Saul Sasoin ran past the defenders and hit a shot which went straight ahead into goal. Bartolo Frechoso was frozen by the shot and now it was 1-1. Ambrosio Elequemedo received a nice pass in the box and took a hard shot in the 31st minute. Maximo Gartxot tensed up and prepared to dive, but the shot went over the goal with him having to interfere. Maximo Gartxot stood for a superb save when he managed to get hold of Ulises Tiadoro's shot from short distance in the 36th minute. Thanks to some nice foot action and superb ball handling Ulises Tiadoro in the 43rd minute a chance for a shot on goal. With an extended leg and a bit of luck Maximo Gartxot prevented the ball from getting in the gole. Thanks to some nice foot action and superb ball handling Ulises Tiadoro in the 48th minute a chance for a shot on goal. With an extended leg and a bit of luck Maximo Gartxot prevented the ball from getting in the gole. After fighting hard for a draw in the first half, the players were able to take a much needed rest.

Both teams looked relatively alert before the second half when the referee blew his whistle to tell Ulises Tiadoro to make the kick off. After a rather tough play, Concarán's Miguel Lapurdi got a free kick in the 52nd minute. Maximo Gartxot stood somewhat misplaced when Ulises Tiadoro came free in front of goal and shot 1-2 to the left of him in the 57 minute. After 60 minutes, Ulises Tiadoro made it 1-3 with a short kick to the right side. Chimbas AFC's Maximo Gartxot tried to save the shot but he was too slow in reacting to the shot. Ulises Tiadoro's shot straight on target was not completely harmless. The ball had pretty good speed, but Maximo Gartxot firmly grabbed it by the left post. Saul Sasoin hit a great freekick 65 minutes into the match. Concarán's Ulises Tiadoro got a good chance for a goal in the 69th minute, but he totally mistimed the shot and it went over the crossbar. Chimbas AFC's goalkeeper couldn't reach when Ambrosio Elequemedo 71 minutes into the game got a good kick on the ball which found its way into goal just inside left pole. 1-4. When Concarán's Ulises Tiadoro in the 77th minute got a chance for a shot 77th didn't hesitate and placed the ball to the right of the goalie. A beautiful save bye Chimbas AFC's goalie prevented a goal. With a little luck, Chimbas AFC's Maximo Gartxot got control of the ball when Ulises Tiadoro tried to sneak it across the goal line. 82 minutes into the match, Chimbas AFC's goal looked a bit too open when Ambrosio Elequemedo came free, but Maximo Gartxot reached the ball before it rolled over the goal line. Ambrosio Elequemedo sent away a hard shot on goal in the 85th minute, but the ball went just over the crossbar and out. A very good chance. Ulises Tiadoro struck a weak shot in the 89th minute. Maximo Gartxot didn't even have to move as the ball rolled over the line well wide of the goal. A wasted opportunity for Concarán. With a couple of smart ball manuevers Ulises Tiadoro in the 93rd managed to get into a good position. With a left leg Maximo Gartxot saved Chimbas AFC from getting behind. Maximo Gartxot made a wonderful reflex save on a shot from Ulises Tiadoro in the 94th minute of play. Concarán played a much better game than Chimbas AFC and deserved their victory. The Chimbas AFC players were clearly disappointed as they left the ground.