A key game for the standings
Igualada Rigat won a crucial victory against Noia Freixenet, winning 5-2 in a game that took place during the twenty-four day of Okliga. With this victory, the team reaffirms its position in the standings, staying firmly in the fourth place.
Recognition to the trajectory of Jordi Bargalló
Prior to the start of the party, the atmosphere was charged with excitement when the national coach, Pere Varias, presented the MVP prize to Marc Rouzé, recognized for his outstanding performances in February and March. In addition, Igualada Hockey Club and the City Council of Igualada took the opportunity to pay tribute to Jordi Bargalló, a veteran who has left a mark on the club and will retire at the end of the season.
An unexpected start
The game started with an unexpected advantage for Girl Freixenet, who took advantage of a blue card in Miguel Cañadillas to advance. Martí Gabarró had the opportunity to execute a direct free kick, but Guillem Torrents was resolved in his defense, avoiding the first goal. However, shortly afterwards, Ivan Morales managed to score, opening the score for Girl.
Reaction and comeback
Igualada Rigat was not intimidated by this initial goal and began to look for the draw. After a collective effort, Roger Bars managed to tie the game with a shot that was diverted by Joel Roma. The struggle continued, but the harlequinats could not seize their opportunities, including a direct foul that was stopped by Blai Roca.
A second time full of action
The second half started with intensity. Only five minutes after the reset, Guillem Llorens broke the ice with a spectacular goal, straining the ball between the legs of the rival goalkeeper, and putting the Igualada ahead. The game intensified, with Noia committing offenses that resulted in two consecutive blue cards, but Igualada maintained its concentration and extended the advantage with a goal from Llorens.
The dramatic outcome
With the score 3-1, the Girl chose to play with goalkeeper-player in a desperate attempt to recover. It was in this situation that Xavi Costa managed to score, putting the game at 3-2. However, in a brilliant play, Marc Rouzé sentenced the game with a goal from his area, and culminated in a second goal in empty goal, closing the score 5-2.
Looking to the future
With this victory, Igualada Rigat reaches the Easter stop in a solid fourth, with 40 points, a milestone they have not reached since the 2019/20 season. In addition, the club has announced the renovation of Captain Roger Bars and the player Miguel Cañadillas, who will continue to defend the colors of the Igualada Rigat next season.
