Eibar secured their place in Liga F Moeve for another season after a crucial 2-0 victory over Alhama, thanks to a brilliant display from Laura Camino. The talented winger opened the scoring from the penalty spot and later set up Carmen Álvarez for the decisive second goal. The result leaves Alhama waiting on the outcome of DUX Logroño’s match against relegated Levante this Sunday to determine if they can remain in the top flight.
From the opening whistle, Camino was a constant threat, and referee Gil Soriano had her hands full with an intense contest. The official initially struggled to keep the flow steady in the first 15 minutes due to physical duels, but a key moment arrived when the home side’s coaching staff called for a VAR review. Yannel Correa had blocked a pass from Emma Moreno with her arm extended inside the area. After a brief check, despite Alhama’s protests that the contact was on the shoulder, Gil Soriano pointed to the spot.
Camino stepped up confidently, converting the penalty with precision to make it 1-0 at Ipurua, setting the stage for a celebratory atmosphere. The goal visibly shook the visitors, who struggled to string passes together, while Eibar calmly controlled the tempo. The hosts later appealed for another penalty after a stamp on Camino, but the referee waved it away, and the first half ended with Eibar in command.
Iñaki Goikoetxea’s side continued to dominate, with midfielder Iribarren and Adela Rico standing out in the center of the park. They eventually doubled their lead in the 60th minute through a superb assist from Camino and a first-time left-footed finish from Carmen Álvarez. Alhama responded with urgency, but goalkeeper Eunate Astralaga made crucial saves, denying Belén’s header at the far post and another dangerous effort before Mari Jose hit the woodwork following a pass from Vega. A late VAR check for a handball by Belem went in Eibar’s favor, and the game ended with the hosts in control.
Eibar will now line up in the top flight for a fourth consecutive season, while Alhama must wait nervously for the result in Logroño.
