Tenerife B Face Intercity Test to Defend League Lead

Tenerife B, despite a recent loss, are still top of their league (Group 5 of the Second RFEF) as they head into their seventh game. Last Sunday's 0-1 defeat at home against Yugo Socuéllamos was their first of the season, but they managed to hold onto their leading position. However, they need to avoid another loss if they want to stay there. Today's game against Intercity is crucial for maintaining their lead.

There's only a three-point gap between the two teams. Several other teams, including Sanse, Getafe B, and Coria, are also close behind and aiming to overtake Tenerife B. Coach Leandro Cabrera's team isn't just focused on defending their position; they're aiming for another win. They have a great away record, with victories against Las Palmas Atlético, Elche Ilicitano, and Orihuela. They've also performed well at home, beating Quintanar and drawing with Conquense, before their recent defeat by Socuéllamos.

Mazinho, a member of the coaching staff, wasn't pleased with their performance in the last match. He admitted they "didn't play a good game" and were "inaccurate." However, he's trying to find a positive takeaway, believing that defeats can help the team stay humble and realize that any opponent can be a challenge. He's confident the team will bounce back. Cabrera hopes their luck in the Alicante province continues, after previous wins against Elche Ilicitano and Orihuela. He acknowledged that "This is a long-distance race" and that the team is tested every week.

Intercity, who have played in Primera RFEF for three seasons, are managed by Javi Moreno, a former player for Deportivo Alavés, Milan, and Atlético de Madrid. They have experienced players like Ian Mackay, Borja San Emeterio, Emilio Nsue, and Leonel Ferroni.

Intercity, founded in 2017, are aiming for promotion but have only won twice this season, against Orihuela and Las Palmas Atlético. However, they haven't lost a game yet. They've had two wins and four draws. They've scored ten goals, making them one of the highest-scoring teams in their group.

Javi Moreno said it's "important" for Intercity to win today to draw level on points with Tenerife B and strengthen their position in the "upper zone." However, he expects a tough match, describing Tenerife B as having "players with very good feet, dynamic and technical."

The match will be refereed by Lluís Espallargas Casellas from Barcelona, who is making his debut in Segunda RFEF.