The team led by Manolo Sánchez secured a vital 2-1 win against Águilas, the leader of Group 4 of Segunda RFEF. This result, obtained in the dying moments of the match, ensures that CD Estepona will not be directly relegated and that their future in the category will depend solely on their performance in the final matchday.
The match, played at Muñoz Pérez, was a rollercoaster of emotions. Águilas took the lead in the 37th minute, a tough blow for the home side. However, CD Estepona did not give up and managed to equalize in the 64th minute, keeping their hopes alive for the decisive match against Yeclano.
Just when the game seemed destined for a draw, and with regular time already expired, the referee added seven minutes. It was then that an Estepona player, in a play down the left flank, delivered a cross-shot that surprised the opposing goalkeeper, unleashing euphoria in the stadium and sealing a victory that will be remembered for a long time.
With this result, CD Estepona now has 43 points, placing them outside the direct relegation zone. The standings in Group 4 of Segunda RFEF remain tight, with several teams fighting to avoid the promotion play-offs. Salerm Puente Genil, with 40 points, marks the boundary, while La Unión Atlético, with 42, is in the play-off positions. The final matchday will be crucial in determining the ultimate standings.




