The Leader Newspaper
Calderon running with ball
By Steve Hibberd
It might have been April 1st, but Thader Rojales were certainly not in the mood to be anyone’s fool. Having suffered a disappointing defeat at Novelda a few days earlier, Raul’s men were strengthened by the return of previously suspended Rafa and Quino. This preferente league match against Elda Union, was the last of the first round of matches, in which Elda found themselves firmly in the relegation zone.
As early as 2 mins, from a Thader free kick, Cabrera picked up a rebound before striking it into the side netting. From the very next attack, the same player sliced his shot wide, and another glorious opportunity was wasted. Rafa fired a cracking 25 yarder on 12 mins, which although the visiting keeper did well to parry, fell nicely for front man Quino, who made no mistake from 3 yards.