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Galapagar's permanence threatened after crucial home defeat

The 1-3 loss against México at El Chopo leaves the 'arlequinado' team just three points above the relegation zone.

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Galapagar suffered a painful 1-3 defeat against México at El Chopo during Holy Week, placing them just three points above the Tercera RFEF relegation zone.

The match played on Holy Thursday resulted in Galapagar's second consecutive home defeat, virtually pushing them out of playoff contention, now ten points adrift. Pressure is mounting significantly as the relegation zone is only three points away, following Alcorcón B's victory in Tres Cantos. With five matchdays remaining, the team faces a critical final push to secure its sixth consecutive season in the division.
The momentum gained from their victory against league leaders, Atlético de Madrid C, dissipated in an adverse afternoon against a México side that arrived at the Sierra after a heavy defeat. Weather conditions and low attendance due to the holiday period contributed to a cold first half with little play. México, more effective in duels, took the lead with a goal from Javi Heranz, tapping in a loose ball.
Visiting striker Javi Heranz was decisive, scoring the 1-2 at the start of the second half. Although Javi Zamorano's team had managed to equalize with an own goal, Heranz scored again a minute later and subsequently caused Sergio Pliego's expulsion, leaving Galapagar with ten men. With a player disadvantage, the home team struggled to organize their play, despite the coach's attempts to risk with a three-man defense and the introduction of players like Ciria and Raúl Yago.
In the final minutes, with the entry of Greci and the returning Gonzaga, Galapagar created some chances to equalize, but Ferre failed to convert the clearest one. Ultimately, México sealed the match in the 97th minute with a 1-3 score, taking advantage of goalkeeper Nacho Esteban being down injured. This defeat leaves Galapagar without crucial points for their league standing.
The Holy Week matchday has diminished playoff hopes and intensified pressure for the final five rounds. The next commitment will be on Sunday in Villaverde, where the team will be without defenders Sergio Pliego and César Valero due to suspension. The match against Villaverde, one of the teams Galapagar is tied with on 39 points, will be crucial for their permanence aspirations.
The situation of Madrid teams in Segunda RFEF adds a layer of complexity, as the number of direct relegations in Tercera RFEF could double due to the drag effect. Currently, Rayo Vallecano B, Moscardó, and Real Madrid C are in direct relegation spots, while Fuenlabrada occupies the promotion playoff position. In the worst-case scenario, if five Madrid teams were relegated, Galapagar's 11th position would depend on a Madrid team's promotion in the playoffs to avoid relegation to the regional category.

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