On 15 August 2024, Eibar beat Real Valladolid 1‑0 at Ipurua. The goal, scored by Álvaro Rodríguez at the 65th minute, gave the club its first win of the season. The match, the second of the LaLiga Hypermotion campaign, marked a turning point under the direction of Jokin Aranbarri, who had suffered a 1‑3 defeat to Tenerife in the opening game.
First half
The first half was characterised by Valladolid’s territorial superiority. The visitors made more entries into the opponent’s area and displayed greater intensity in pressing and ball recoveries. Despite this, the score remained unchanged and both teams finished the first half goalless.
Second half and goal
In the second half, Eibar stepped forward. After several attempts, forward Álvaro Rodríguez moved into space and capitalised on a great pass from Madariaga to open the score at the 65th minute. The goal became the only one of the match. In the final minutes, Valladolid applied constant pressure, trying to bottle Eibar in its own area, but Aranbarri’s side held the defence and sealed the win.
Context and outlook
The result also puts Eibar in a better mood after the 1‑3 loss to Tenerife in the season’s opening match. With the win, the club moves up the table and prepares for its next encounter against Tenerife, scheduled for Sunday at 17:00. Captain Anaitz Arbilla, starting his eleventh season with the team, considers it important to start on a good note and turn Ipurua into a fortress.
