Sunday started on a positive note for CD Castellón, as Las Palmas lost in Andorra, but the day ended in the worst possible way. Córdoba defeated Granada and closed the gap, while Eibar won at Mirandés, moving to just one point behind the Albinegros, who hold onto a playoff spot for another week. Meanwhile, Racing secured a victory at Leganés, strengthening their lead at the top.
Castellón now face a crucial run-in: hosting Cádiz this Friday at SkyFi Castalia (20:30), visiting Huesca, and concluding the league season at home against Eibar. The first two are fighting for survival, while the last is a direct rival in the upper part of the table.
**Andorra 5-1 Las Palmas**
Andorra thrashed UD Las Palmas 5-1, despite the visitors taking the lead in the 17th minute through a Jesé penalty. A spectacular second half saw Andorra dominate after the break, leaving Las Palmas in fifth place, just one point ahead of Castellón. Andorra’s promotion hopes are now virtually out of reach.
**Leganés 1-2 Racing**
Racing Santander took a massive step toward promotion with a 1-2 victory over Leganés, who remain in the relegation scrap. The Cantabrians showed their resilience, deciding the match in the second half. Trailing, Racing found a lifeline through a counterattack that led to a penalty after a lengthy VAR review. Asier Villalibre converted from the spot to make it 0-2, and despite a late goal from Luis Asué, Racing held on to move within two wins of promotion.
**Mirandés 0-1 Eibar**
SD Eibar proved they are in their best away form of the season, defeating CD Mirandés 1-0 at Anduva. An early goal from Magunazelaia was enough, lifting Eibar to within one point of Castellón. The two sides will meet in the final matchday of the season.
**Córdoba 1-0 Granada**
Córdoba continued their upward trend with a valuable 1-0 win over Granada at El Arcángel. The hosts dominated long stretches and found the reward in the second half through a decisive goal by Jacobo González, despite being reduced to 10 men after Percan’s red card. This result leaves Córdoba five points behind Castellón, with a favorable goal difference.
