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Thader respond well to half time team talk
By Steve Hibberd
An amazing 2nd half turnaround, resulted in Thader emerging victorious, whereas for large periods of the 1st half, they looked as if they were feeling the effects of scoffing too many easter eggs.
Without the injured Quino, Kike started as the lone front runner, whilst fellow striker Nino was named as sub. Fresh from the moral boosting victory over Elda, this Easter Monday local(ish) derby had all the makings of a cracker, as Thader sought revenge for the season’s opening day defeat.
On a Moi Gomez Stadium pitch, which is looking better than it has for a long time, a quick Orihuela break resulted in Sergio Galindo shooting over the bar after 3 mins. From a corner on 8 mins, Fran headed just wide, before Borja became the first of 6 Thader players to receive a yellow card.
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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.
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Fran holding offTorrellano striker Moha. Courtest Torrellano Twitter
By Steve Hibberd
Cheered on by 150 fans inside Moi Gomez Stadium, Thader gave a good account of themselves against high flying Torrellano. The last time that fans were permitted to watch their team was back in late October, which incidentally proved to be the last time that Thader have picked up any points.
So, to lose on Sunday morning by the odd goal in 3, was a bitter pill to swallow for Raul Mora´s men. At start of play, Torrellano were sitting pretty in 4th place, whilst their hosts were rooted at the bottom of Preferente div group, with just that solitary victory to show for all their endeavours.