The second half started with intensity. CF Igualada pushed forward, desperate to equalize.
In the 60th minute, Daniel found himself with the ball near the penalty area. Everything slowed.
He saw the defender shifting, predicting the move before it happened. He faked right, cut left, and took the shot.
Goal!
The stadium erupted. CF Igualada was back in the game.
The final minutes were a blur. Both teams attacked relentlessly, searching for a winner. Then, in stoppage time, Álvaro sent a perfect cross into the box.
Daniel sprinted, leapt—and scored the header.
CF Igualada 2 - 1 CF Manresa.
The whistle blew. Champions.
The team celebrated wildly, but Daniel's joy was cut short.
Across the field, near the entrance—Elena was there, watching.