FC Andorra Aims to End CD Castelló's Unbeaten Streak in Crucial Segunda B Clash

FC Andorra heads to Castelló de la Plana this Sunday for a 18:30 clash at Castalia stadium against second-placed CD Castelló, aiming to end the hosts' unbeaten streak in 11 of their last 12 matches and claim points to climb from mid-table.

The visitors, 14th with 29 points and four clear of relegation, drew 1-1 at Huesca last time out in a display that merited more. Castelló sit on 39 points, five off the top, with eight wins in that run and six straight home victories since Pablo Hernández took over at matchday six. They have suffered just three defeats overall under him, rising from below Andorra in the standings by matchday 12 to their current position.

Coach Carles Manso views Castelló as "not from our league" given their promotion push, but sees opportunity in their attacking setup. "Teams like this tend to come forward rather than sit deep, which has lately blocked our best zones," he said. The side has focused training on the final third: "We generate plenty of attacks but must close the area better, hit the near and far posts, and win duels with defenders to be sharper at both ends."

Manso praised Hernández's impact: "His stats are spectacular—he's touched the right keys in tactics and selections." Recent winter signings Yeray Cabanzón and Edgar Sevikyan have contributed quickly, while Marc Cardona, now registered after a week of sessions, could feature off the bench to add firepower. Sergio Molina returns from suspension, likely in defence though Manso teased a forward role. Martí Vilà remains sidelined injured. The squad travelled with 25 players; two will be dropped.

"No matter the opponent, we tackle it the same," Manso added. "We're doing things well, building habits that bring wins—we probably deserve more points. Keep polishing details and we'll soon look up, not down, with sustained form."

Hernández brushed off eight players on bookings—Alcázar, Mellot, Salva Ruiz, Brignani, Barri, Doué, Suero and Camara: "Whoever plays, it's about winning the next one." He respects Andorra's possession game: "Leaders in the stat with a clear plan—they'll test us."

Both teams prioritise control, setting up a tactical duel where Andorra hopes to counter Castelló's direct threats.

**Probable line-ups** **CD Castelló:** Matthys; Mellot, Alberto Jiménez, Brignani, Alcázar; Gerenabarrena, Barri, Calatrava; Mabil, Cipenga, Camara. Coach: Pablo Hernández. **FC Andorra:** Yaako; Carrique, Gael Alonso, Molina, Imanol; Akman, Villahermosa, Le Normand; Yeray, Minsu, Lautaro. Coach: Carles Manso. **Referee:** Jon Ander González Esteban (Basque College). **Venue:** Castalia, Castelló de la Plana.