Match Report
Deportivo La Coruña came from behind to claim a dramatic 2–1 victory over Real Zaragoza in LaLiga 2 on 21 March 2026, a result that will delight the home faithful at Abanca-Riazor and crank up pressure in the promotion race. The visitors made the perfect start when Dani Gómez converted in the sixth minute, capitalising on a defensive lapse to give Zaragoza early control and force the hosts to reorganise. Deportivo, however, refused to retreat into their own half and were level by the 20th minute through Stoichkov, whose sharp turn and composed finish showed exactly why the hosts carry such a threat from central areas. The equaliser settled Deportivo's nerves and the match became a tightly contested second-division battle, with both sides pressing for a decisive moment. Zaragoza's defensive shape held firm through much of the second half, sitting compact and looking to exploit space on the counter, but the visitors couldn't find the goal to regain their lead. The turning point came deep into stoppage time when Samuele Mulattieri, introduced as a substitute, powered home in the 86th minute to send Abanca-Riazor into raptures and seal all three points. It was a victory built on resilience and clinical finishing, with Deportivo demonstrating the character that makes them genuine contenders this campaign. Zaragoza will feel the defeat keenly given how well they started, but at full time the spoils belonged firmly to the hosts. If you think you can predict moments like Mulattieri's late winner as they happen, test your football knowledge on CalledItMate, the live in-play prediction game for fans.
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