UD Las Palmas comes back to win second Carranza Trophy
UD Las Palmas lifted their second Ramón de Carranza Trophy on Saturday after beating Cádiz 3-1 in a match where they started on the back foot. Rubén de la Barrera's side, who finished fifth in Segunda División last season with 73 points (20 wins, 13 draws and 9 losses), showed their strength in the second half to claim the trophy.
How did the match unfold?
Cádiz took the lead in the 3rd minute through Urko Izeta, but Las Palmas hit back with a goal from Taisei Miyashiro in the 26th. Manu Fuster made it 2-1 in the 32nd, and Jefté Betancor sealed the win in the 60th. The Canary Islands side, who scored 57 goals and conceded 40 last season, dominated the final 30 minutes.
What does this win mean for Las Palmas?
This victory boosts the team's confidence ahead of the new Segunda División season, where they will look to close the 9-point gap to leaders Racing Santander. Manager Rubén de la Barrera praised his team's defensive solidity and attacking efficiency.
What's next for the team?
After this friendly, Las Palmas will focus on the new season, aiming to improve on last year's fifth-place finish. The team, who ended last season with 20 wins, 13 draws and 9 losses, is targeting promotion places.
