Sevilla claimed the fourth edition of the Trofeo Puertas de Córdoba by defeating Córdoba CF 4-5 on penalties, after the regulation time ended in a goalless draw. The match was characterized by a scarcity of clear opportunities and two red cards in the final stages. The 'blanquiverde' team will be the next pre-season opponent for Cádiz CF.
During the first half, the home team dominated possession against a Sevilla side largely composed of academy players. Córdoba had the best chance before halftime with a penalty kick, but Christian Carracedo failed to convert against a good save from goalkeeper Alberto Flores.
In the second half, Sevilla introduced first-team players, allowing the squad to gain control of the match and create more danger. Debutant Guilherme Fernandes made a great save from a shot by Isaac Romero.
The evident fatigue and heat took their toll on the Andalusian players after the hour mark. Córdoba's coach, Iván Ania, completely renewed his team to try and curb the impetus of an opponent that, despite nearing the opposition's area with more freshness, lacked the necessary precision in the final third to break the deadlock.
The final moments of the match, bogged down in midfield, were marred by an on-field altercation that resulted in straight red cards for home player Kevin Medina and visitor Carmona, leading the tournament's resolution to a penalty shootout where Theo Zidane's miss ultimately handed the victory to the Sevillian expedition.
