Six points from the possible six. The confidence is high, it's a big boost for the morale. SD Huesca won a very tough encounter at El Alcoraz against a Málaga side in need of a result. Cuco’s men proved to be effective, as substitute Juan Carlos made it 1-0 and it was enough to pick up all three points and strengthen every player’s effort.
With Málaga CF dominating possession, it was SD Huesca who were taking the route one approach with a double chance started by Soko following a driving run on the wing. Kevin Carlos was unable to connect with the ball, but Escriche’s strike went wide. The two Azulgranas forwards enjoyed the better chances of the opening exchanges, as Ziganda’s side were determined to make a strong start to the game. The Academy player finished off a cross from Marc Mateu, but his shot couldn’t find the net, and our no.10 stung the palms of the Málaga keeper in the 26th, with Reina at full stretch to push the youngster's powerful shot wide. After Escriche’s opportunity, Málaga grew into the game, enjoying longer possessions but unable to carve out good chances. And that’s how SD Huesca reacted by winning the ball back, but they never threatened Reina's goal seriously before the break.
After the interval, the Andalusians tried to control proceedings, looking to force the Oscenses to make mistakes. It was then when Cuco sent on Juan Carlos, Sielva and Gerard Valentín in order to grab control of the ball. After 65 minutes, Jérémy Blasco brilliantly cleared a pass past Andrés and that was a turning point for the Altoaragoneses, as they began to move the ball until they found space to launch their attacks. In the 67th, a pass from Escriche found Juan Carlos, who picked the ball up on the edge of the area to put the hosts ahead. It delivered a major blow to morale for the visitors, and SD Huesca got more and more comfortable, feeling that they had a good opportunity to double the advantage. However, Florian’s shot hit a defender, and Kanté – who had just entered the pitch – skied his effort. Our captain was brought on the field to secure the valuable result. Three points on the board and “job done” at El Alcoraz.