(Real Madrid Castilla edged out Barakaldo CF 2–1 in a match that mixed sharp attacking play with a chaotic, red-card-filled ending)
Written by: Rory Munson
MATCH PREVIEW:
Real Madrid Castilla enters the matchup with a youthful, attack-minded XI led by their dynamic LW, creative midfielder #27, and a reliable RW, while Barakaldo counter with a physically strong back line anchored by #7 and #6.
Castilla will monitor a couple of knocks from last weekend — including one attacker who left shaken after a collision — while Barakaldo are without a key midfielder who exited injured in their previous match.
Expect Castilla to dominate possession and build through Thiago’s creativity and Palacios’ link-up play, while Barakaldo look to frustrate, sit compact, and strike on counters or set pieces. Discipline may play a major role again, especially with Castilla having suffered two red cards recently, making composure and structure absolutely essential.
Match Summary:
-Castilla set the tone early with aggressive possession and the first shot inside a minute. Barakaldo struggled to build momentum, but their defending inside the box kept them alive during the opening half hour.
-The breakthrough came in the 43rd minute, when a lead pass into the left side of the area found Castilla’s left wing, who finished calmly for 1–0. After halftime, Castilla continued controlling the tempo until a defensive lapse allowed Barakaldo to equalize (50’) with a low shot into the bottom corner.
Castilla answered through their standout performer of the night: #27, who sliced through midfield in the 72′ and played in the RW for a composed finish to make it 2–1.
-The final stretch, however, devolved into frustration and fouls. Castilla’s #30 earned a straight red (88′) after a reckless tackle on Barakaldo’s #7, then threw a water bottle at the referee on his way off. Minutes later, #38 was also sent off (97′) after an altercation with Barakaldo’s #6. Despite being reduced to nine men, Castilla survived a late Barakaldo header at 96′ to secure the win.
POST-MATCH PRESS CONFERENCE
Barakaldo Coach:
“We’re a team, and the collective is above everything. We lacked conviction in the first half, but we made Castilla uncomfortable — that’s when they struggle. We created more than people think, but we needed more belief.”
Madrid Castilla Coach:
“We played a great game against a team that rarely loses. From the start, we wanted the ball, wanted to attack. Thiago’s play and Palacios’ goal were big, but Frank’s saves were crucial today.”
On a question about the discipline and posture of his club, Castillo’s coach had this to say: “Two more red cards… it always seems the coin flips against us. It’s tough to fight through that every week.”
Key Takeaways
• Castilla’s young attackers — especially #27 — continue to shine.
• Discipline remains a serious concern: two red cards in stoppage time will affect upcoming squad availability.
• Barakaldo’s fight and defensive structure kept them competitive but lacked finishing power.
What’s Next: Castilla enters a tricky run of fixtures without two suspended players. If they maintain their attacking rhythm but cut out the self-inflicted chaos, this win could spark a strong stretch of form.