FC Andorra claimed their first league points of 2026 with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over bottom-placed

**FC Andorra secures first 2026 league win with 2-1 triumph at Mirandés**

FC Andorra earned their first league points of 2026, beating bottom side Mirandés 2-1 at Estadi Anduva in Miranda de Ebro. The result lifted the Tricolors from 14th place on 25 points to 28, widening the gap to relegation-threatened Osca ahead of next weekend's home fixture.

Pre-match, coach Carles Manso expressed confidence after Copa Catalunya success, stressing the team's strong preparation. "We're very convinced of what we're doing," he said, adding they approached the game "with full certainty of winning, whether against Mirandés or anyone." The full squad travelled except new signing Edgar González, sidelined by registration issues and minor fitness problems; Yeray Cabanzón was available following a midweek debut. Manso confirmed centre-back Áron Yaakobishvili's departure was imminent—rumours link him to Primera RFEF's Tenerife—and left open the possibility of targeted additions.

Andorra dominated early, taking the lead in the 10th minute when Carrique's precise pass found Yeray on the right. His measured cross to the far post allowed Dani Villahermosa to volley home. Mirandés responded quickly via Alberto Marí to Rafa Bauzà, but the shot drifted wide. Andorra controlled possession, creating chances: Nikic saved Lautaro de León's effort with his foot after a Gael Alonso through ball, parried a curling Villahermosa corner, and Yaakobishvili punched clear a dangerous delivery before denying Juan Gutiérrez's close-range header.

Manso substituted Martí Vilà with Imanol at halftime. Two minutes later, Sergio Molina curled a free kick past Nikic, aided by a splitting wall, for 2-0. Molina's booking ruled him out against Osca. Around the 60th minute, a triple change brought on Théo Le Normand, Minsu and Uzkudun for Efe Akman, Josep Cerdà and Lautaro. Later, Manu Nieto replaced Yeray.

Mirandés pulled one back in the 75th minute as Illescas picked out Javi Hernández, who spun Molina and chipped Yaakobishvili. The hosts pressed, with Yaakobishvili saving Martín Pascual at point-blank range. Tension peaked late when VAR prompted referee Alejandro Ojaos Valera to review a holding offence on Álvaro Martín during a corner; after on-pitch checks, he dismissed penalty claims, deeming a prior foul on Martín. Seven minutes were added, but Andorra held firm.

Post-match, Manso called the win bittersweet: "We must be self-critical. Perhaps we relaxed or went to protect the result, which we should never do. These are golden points, and we've secured the head-to-head, but it felt like bailing water." He praised Yeray as "spectacular" for providing depth.

Mirandés, winless since November 30 and conceding 35 goals, remain bottom on 17 points under Antxón Muneta, missing suspended Carlos Fernández and Medrano, plus attackers Petit and Etienne Eto'o.

**Match facts** **Mirandés 1-2 FC Andorra** **Goals**: Villahermosa 10', Molina 48'; Javi Hernández 75' **Attendance**: 3,048 **Referee**: Alejandro Ojaos Valera (Murcia)