CE Manresa lost 2-1 to UE Cornellà in their final away match of the season in Cornellà de Llobregat on 3 May 2026. The champions led for much of the second half, but two quick goals from the Baix Llobregat side secured their victory, helping them in their promotion play-off bid.
Bamta Bande opened the scoring for Manresa in the 4th minute, finishing a play inside the penalty area. This early goal suggested the 'white and reds' aimed to continue their winning form, a week after mathematically securing their promotion. However, after the goal, the home team started to control the game. Matheus prevented an equaliser in the 10th minute. In the 27th minute, Cornellà hit the post, and Quim cleared the ball with his fist. Before half-time, in the 42nd minute, a quick counter-attack from the hosts ended with a shot over the crossbar.
Cornellà Mounts Comeback
At the start of the second half, Momoh nearly sealed the match for Manresa after a long counter-attack, but the goalkeeper made a double save to stop him. However, the momentum shifted back to the home side. In the 56th minute, Marc Fernàndez scored the equaliser. Six minutes later, Guzmán netted the winning goal, establishing the final score that gave Cornellà the victory.
Player Returns Boost Manresa
One positive note from the match was the return of Batanero to the pitch, 427 days after his injury. Joel also made his comeback after 217 days out. These returns offer a boost as the team looks ahead. The season will conclude next Sunday at Congost with a home match against San Cristóbal.
