The 'blanquiazul' squad could not replicate the energy shown 24 hours prior and was overcome by José Juan Romero's team. The goals in the match came in the final stretch of the first half: Carlos Hernández put the home side ahead with help from Salinas, Haitam equalized with a direct free-kick for Málaga, and former Málaga player Kuki Zalazar scored the winning goal for Ceuta just before halftime.
Coach Funes made significant changes, giving starts to players with less prominence. The positive note was the return of Álex Pastor to the field after almost a year of inactivity. However, Dotor and Calero had to leave due to physical problems, although they do not seem serious. Málaga struggled to impose its game against an intense Ceuta, and the defense was once again a weak point, conceding two goals, one from a set-piece and another due to defensive disorganization.
The match started competitively, with Málaga trying to control the ball. A goal by Calero was disallowed for offside. From the 34th minute onwards, Ceuta took the lead with a header from Carlos Hernández that deflected off Salinas. Shortly after, Haitam equalized with a spectacular direct free-kick. The tie was short-lived, as Kuki Zalazar restored the 2-1 lead just before the break, exploiting a defensive lapse.
The second half was more subdued. Álex Pastor debuted, but Carlos Dotor had to be substituted due to discomfort. Ceuta came close to a third goal, but Carlos López made a great save. Later, Haitam and Calero were replaced by Eneko Jauregi and Otu. The recently introduced Otu almost equalized with a header that hit the crossbar, and Izan Merino also had a chance. After multiple substitutions by both teams, Málaga lost fluidity and failed to threaten the opponent's goal, sealing the home team's victory in the 'Ciudad de Ceuta' Trophy.
