Real Oviedo Reach La Liga Play-Off Final Thanks to Cazorla Magic!
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Real Oviedo have booked their place in the La Liga play-off final after a thrilling victory against Almería. A dramatic free-kick from former Arsenal star Santi Cazorla, at the age of 40, proved to be the decisive moment, sending the fans at the Tartiere into raptures.
The first leg advantage proved crucial for Oviedo, but Almería pushed them all the way. Melero's penalty for Almería threatened to derail Oviedo's promotion hopes. However, Cazorla, brought on as a substitute, turned the game on its head just minutes after entering the pitch.
Cazorla's moment of brilliance came from a free-kick he himself won on the edge of the area. He expertly dispatched the set-piece, leaving the Almería goalkeeper with no chance and restoring Oviedo's lead on aggregate.
Almería pushed hard for an equaliser, but Oviedo held firm, securing their place in the play-off final. The victory extends Oviedo's unbeaten run to 12 games under Serbian coach Veljko Paunovic.
Oviedo now await their opponent in the final, with the dream of returning to La Liga for the first time in over two decades within touching distance. Cazorla's impact highlights the importance of experience and quality in pressure situations. The team’s morale is sky high after this hard-fought victory.
The city of Oviedo is buzzing with excitement as they prepare for the final hurdle in their quest for promotion. Can they complete the job and return to the top flight?