In a thrilling encounter at the Estadio SkyFi Castalia, Castellón pulled off a dramatic 2-1 victory over Malaga on November 2, 2025. The match was marked by late-game heroics and a tense atmosphere as both teams battled for crucial points in the Segunda División.
As the clock ticked into stoppage time, it seemed like Castellón might have to settle for a draw after Eneko Jauregi of Malaga converted a penalty kick in the 56th minute, giving his team a brief lead. However, the home side had other plans. In an electrifying finish, Ousmane Camara equalized for Castellón with a goal in the second minute of added time. Just when it appeared that the match would end level, Castellón struck again in the tenth minute of stoppage time, securing their first home win since early October.
This result is particularly significant for Castellón, who had been struggling in recent weeks. Coming into this match with only three wins from their last eleven games and sitting in 18th place with just 12 points, they desperately needed this victory to boost morale and climb out of the relegation zone. The win not only provides them with much-needed confidence but also keeps them within striking distance of safety as they prepare to face Burgos next week.
For Malaga, who entered the match sitting comfortably above Castellón in 14th place with 14 points, this defeat stings after their recent successes. They had shown promise with back-to-back victories leading up to this clash but will need to regroup quickly before facing Cordoba on November 8. The loss puts pressure on them to maintain their position away from relegation threats.
The game itself was filled with tension and drama from start to finish. After Jauregi's penalty gave Malaga hope midway through the second half, Castellón pushed forward relentlessly in search of an equalizer. Their persistence paid off when Camara found the net just as it seemed all hope was lost. The stadium erupted as fans celebrated what felt like a last-minute miracle.
However, things took an unexpected turn when a red card was issued to an unidentified player from Castellón just moments before Camara's equalizer. Despite being down to ten men, Castellón showed remarkable resilience and determination that ultimately led them to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat.
Reflecting on my pre-match predictions where I anticipated a high-scoring affair due to both teams' attacking capabilities-well, let's just say I missed that mark! While there were indeed goals scored late in the match, it was more about grit than flair today.
As both teams look ahead, Castellón will aim to build on this momentum against Burgos while hoping that today's performance can spark a turnaround in their season. Meanwhile, Malaga must address their defensive lapses if they wish to avoid slipping further down the table as they prepare for their upcoming fixture against Cordoba.
With emotions running high and stakes even higher following today's encounter, fans can expect more excitement as these teams continue their fight for survival in Spain's Segunda División.