FC Andorra eyes Córdoba win after Zaragoza boost

FC Andorra aims to build on its recent away win over Zaragoza when it faces Córdoba on Saturday at 8:30pm.

The team enters the match secure in its position outside the relegation zone for at least another matchday, regardless of the result. Coach Carles Manso emphasised the mental boost from the Zaragoza victory, which has brought calm and patience to the squad. "It has allowed us to look each other in the eye and realise the path forward is like the first half against the Aragonese side," he said.

Manso has discussed players' in-game experiences and mindsets, setting small goals to build confidence and address doubts during controlled matches.

Córdoba, chasing a play-off spot, has lost its last two games and played midweek. Manso praised the Andalusian side as "risk-taking, very brave and playing well." He noted they rarely drop into a low block, pressing man-to-man instead—a style that could suit Andorra, similar to its game against Almería, by dictating a favourable tempo.

The visitors' wingers, including Cristian Carracedo and former Andorra player Jacobo González, pose a key threat. Manso will be without Álex Calvo, Manu Nieto and Edgar González, while Jastin García remains a doubt after flu. The coach plans to reward players who returned to the starting lineup last time out—such as Jesús Owono, Álex 'Petxa', Diego Alende and Josep Cerdà—despite intending some changes elsewhere. "Certain players deserve this recognition after strong daily training," he added.