CD Estepona come-from-behind win in Logroño sets up promotion final to Primera RFEF
The “Rojillos” will face CP Cacereño after a 1–2 victory over SD Logroñés at Las Gaunas
CD Estepona will play for promotion to the Primera RFEF after defeating SD Logroñés 1–2 on Sunday at Las Gaunas stadium (La Rioja). Carrying a 1–1 draw from the first leg, the Costa del Sol side overturned an own goal with second-half strikes from Éric Gómez and Titi. Monday’s draw at the Royal Spanish Football Federation paired Estepona with Club Polideportivo Cacereño in a two-legged tie for a place in Spain’s third tier.
The match began cautiously, both teams aware that any mistake could swing an evenly balanced tie after last week’s 1–1 in Estepona. The breakthrough came on 36 minutes when a deflection off José Caro put the hosts ahead.
Needing at least one goal, Carlos Cura’s men reshaped during the interval and responded swiftly. On 59 minutes, Éric Gómez finished off a flowing move to level the score and ignite the 50 travelling supporters from Málaga province.
Just twelve minutes later came the decisive moment: a right-wing corner was met by Titi—formerly of UD Logroñés—whose powerful header made it 1–2. The referee added nine minutes, but Estepona’s defence held firm.
Celebrations erupted after a gruelling 18-hour round trip by road. “We knew we’d have to suffer; this group never gives up,” head coach Carlos Cura said pitch-side. Attention now turns to a historic final.
Monday’s federation draw matched Estepona with CP Cacereño, a centenary club that booked its place by eliminating Real Ávila (2–0) in extra time. The two-legged final will be played over the next fortnight, dates to be confirmed.
Key Points
Decisive comeback: goals by Éric Gómez (59’) and Titi (71’) overturned the early setback.
Travelling support: around 50 Estepona fans made the long journey to La Rioja.
Tactical shift: Carlos Cura’s half-time adjustments swung momentum after the break.
Final opponent: CP Cacereño, founded in 1919, first Extremaduran club to reach Spain’s Segunda División.
Historic goal: Estepona are 180 minutes away from their first promotion to Primera RFEF.
Buoyed by confidence and hometown backing, CD Estepona now face the most significant 180 minutes of their recent history. Promotion would mark a sporting milestone and a social boost for the municipality, where excitement is already building for what could be an unprecedented achievement in local football.