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Basque Clubs Set for Decisive Segunda RFEF Promotion Playoff Second Legs

Beasain holds a narrow lead over Leioa while Portugalete carries a slight advantage after a draw with Deusto.

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Overview

  • S.D. Beasain defeated SD Leioa 1-0 in the first leg of their promotion playoff, with Ander Bengoetxea scoring the lone goal via a header in the 24th minute.
  • Under playoff tie-break rules, SD Leioa would secure promotion if the aggregate score ends level after the second leg.
  • Club Portugalete and Deusto drew 1-1 in their first leg, with Gonzalo Zorrilla scoring for Portugalete and Iker Hierro equalizing for Deusto late in the match.
  • Portugalete will host the second leg at La Florida, where any draw after extra time would see them advance to the next round.
  • Both ties remain finely balanced, with defensive solidity and set-piece execution likely to play decisive roles in the return matches.