Cádiz CF started the 2026-27 season with a goalless draw at home against the newcomer Celta Fortuna. The yellow team showed superiority in play, but the saves from goalkeeper Jokin Ezkieta, four crucial interventions, prevented a painful defeat.
The new project began with a result far from expectations. Despite having possession and playing combinational football, the team failed in finishing. Coach Albert Celades opted for young academy players like Manu Rivera and Noah, and gave debuts to five new signings.
The team deployed a 4-2-3-1 formation and dominated from the start, but chances were not converted. The Celta reserve team had the first major opportunity in the 22nd minute with a shot from Ángel Arcos that forced Ezkieta into a great save. Later, De la Rosa, Izeta, and Antoñito had opportunities that were not capitalized on.
“"The referee, instead of signaling a penalty, interpreted a prior foul by the attacker that only he saw."
The second half continued with the home team's initiative, but the lack of accuracy persisted. Ibon Sánchez and Kouamé had clear chances they did not convert. Celta Fortuna grew into the game, and Ezkieta was again key in preventing a visiting goal.
In the final stretch, Cádiz CF pushed forward with more heart than head, but the opponent's defensive structure held firm. Saves from Coke and a final intervention by Ezkieta against a header from Ribes sealed the 0-0 draw.
The match's technical sheet included the lineup for Cádiz CF with Ezkieta, Juan Díaz, Javi Castro, Noah, Manu Rivera, Damián, Kouamé, De la Rosa, Antoñito, Ibon Sánchez, and Izeta. Celta Fortuna lined up with Coke, Gavián, Meixús, Ribes, Joel López, Burcio, Capde, Kibet, Milla, Ángel Arcos, and Álvaro Marín. The match was officiated by Dámaso Arcediano Monescillo.
