In a decisive clash at the Estadio Municipal de Viana, Varea showcased their strength with a commanding 5-1 victory over Vianés on November 2, 2025. This match not only highlighted Varea's offensive prowess but also underscored Vianés' struggles as they continue to search for consistency in the Tercera División RFEF - Group 16.
From the outset, it was clear that Varea came into this match determined to bounce back from their recent loss to Arnedo. The visitors wasted no time asserting their dominance, with forward Mikel Ziga opening the scoring early in the first half. His goal set the tone for what would become a challenging afternoon for Vianés, who found themselves unable to contain Varea's relentless attack.
As the first half progressed, Varea continued to apply pressure. They doubled their lead when midfielder Javier Ruiz found the back of the net just before halftime. With a scoreline of 2-0 at the break, Vianés faced an uphill battle and needed a spark to ignite their performance.
However, any hopes of a comeback were quickly dashed when Ziga struck again shortly after halftime, extending Varea's lead to three goals. The home crowd watched in disbelief as their team struggled to find answers against an opponent that seemed both confident and composed.
Despite being down by three goals, Vianés managed to pull one back through striker Iker López in the 65th minute. This momentary glimmer of hope sent waves of encouragement through the stands, but it was short-lived. Just minutes later, Varea responded emphatically with two more goals from Carlos Martínez and another from Ziga, completing his hat trick and sealing a comprehensive victory.
This result leaves Vianés languishing in 14th place with just eight points from eight matches-a stark contrast to Varea, who now sits comfortably in fifth place with 17 points. The disparity between these two teams was evident throughout the match; while Varea displayed clinical finishing and cohesive teamwork, Vianés struggled defensively and lacked creativity going forward.
Reflecting on my pre-match predictions-where I anticipated a closely contested encounter-I must admit I misjudged how effectively Varea would exploit Vianés' vulnerabilities. It seems my optimism for a competitive showdown fell flat as reality unfolded on the pitch.
Looking ahead, both teams have crucial matches coming up next week. Vianés will travel to face La Calzada on November 9, where they will need to regroup quickly if they hope to turn around their fortunes. Meanwhile, Varea will host Comillas on the same day, aiming to build on this momentum and solidify their position among the league's top contenders.
As this chapter closes for both teams, one thing is certain: football remains unpredictable. For now, however, it is clear that Varea has established itself as a force within Group 16 while Vianés must confront its challenges head-on if it hopes to rise from its current standing.