Another setback sees Antequera CF knocked off top spot

Antequera CF have surrendered top spot in Primera RFEF after a lacklustre 0-0 draw away to Recreativo on Saturday extended their winless streak to four matches.

Despite their superior possession, Antequera struggled to break down a resolute Recreativo, who currently sit second from bottom. In fact, the hosts had the better chances in the first half, forcing Antequera goalkeeper Jero into two crucial saves just before the break. The shot-stopper denied former Antequera player Alcalde and later reacted sharply to keep out a close-range header from veteran Raúl Navas.

Antequera’s best opportunity came deep in first-half stoppage time when Elejalde raced through on goal, only to see his effort smothered by Recreativo keeper Rubén Gálvez.

The visitors made a tactical change at the interval, replacing the ineffective Longo with Clavijo, but struggled to create openings in the second half.

Recreativo substitute Njalla almost broke the deadlock on a counterattack, testing Jero again, while Antequera’s late push saw Juanmi’s effort in the 88th minute saved at point-blank range by Gálvez.

Ultimately, as the match descended into a scrappy contest marked by fouls and bookings, neither side could find a breakthrough.

Elsewhere, on Sunday, Real Murcia beat Mérida 4-1 to take advantage of this latest slip-up from the inland Malaga province side to steal top spot on goal difference.