Football player Jimbee Cartagena advances to the second league in a nail-biting match against Barcelona, marking their second venture into this league.
Jimbee Cartagena Emerges Victorious in Title-Clinching Showdown
Football fans across Spain erupted in cheers as the Liga Nacional de Fútbol Sala (LNFS) champions were crowned on a thrilling Thursday evening, with Jimbee Cartagena snatching a dramatic 3-2 victory against the formidable FC Barcelona in the fourth playoff final.
The decider was a tense and gripping affair, played out under the bright lights of the Palacio de los Deportes, as Cartagena fought tooth and nail for the coveted LNFS title.
Pablo Ramírez, with mere seconds remaining in regular time, struck the winning blow for Cartagena, denying FC Barcelona an extra time showdown. The galvanizing moment came just seconds after a goal from Waltinho seemed to have sealed overtime for the home team.
Waltinho had a brace of his own in the match, equalizing twice to counteract the two goals scored by FC Barcelona's Antonio.
In the opening minutes, Barcelona's Antonio scored twice, making it 0-1 in the 6th minute, and then 0-2 right before halftime. But Waltinho responded each time, leveling the score first with a penalty kick a minute after the opening goal, and then equalizing once more in the 40th minute.
Throughout the match, both teams displayed impressive resilience, particularly the Barcelona goalkeeper, Culé stalwart Dídac Plana, whose stellar performance provided vital support during challenging moments.
The second clash at the Palacio de los Deportes was a nail-biter, with the potential for Cartagena to clinch the title if they emerged victorious.
In the 2 minutes and 30 seconds, Adolfo Fernández narrowly missed scoring for Cartagena, rattling the post with a left-footed shot. The home team countered with multiple chances, which Plana thwarted with precision saving.
Within a minute of the opening goal, FC Barcelona's Erick Olim fouled Waltinho Fernandes inside the area from behind, leading to a penalty that Waltinho expertly converted to equalize.
Adolfo Gon Castejón was outmaneuvered by the left side of the blue and red attack, resulting in an assist for Antonio Pérez, who finished with a close-range finish.
In the second half, Cartagena tightened their defensive lines, forcing Dídac Plana to face fewer challenges from the Murcia team. One key opportunity for a 2-2 draw went begging, as fellow Murcian Gabriel Motta miscontrolled a cross from Tomaz Braga at the far post.
With less than six minutes remaining, and with Gabriel Motta taking on the role of goalkeeper-player, Cartagena had another opportunity to level the scores. However, this time Cartagena came up trumps, storming back with an express comeback.
Francisco José Cortés received the ball on the left wing, dribbled his way past 'Pito' Guisel, sidestepped Mamadou Touré with a deft stepover, and passed the ball to Waltinho, who scored the 2-2 with a powerful left-footed shot from outside the area with less than a minute remaining on the clock.
And as the final whistle drew near, it seemed that the match would head to extra time. However, with mere seconds remaining, Cartagena struck a corner where their spectacular comeback was completed.
Tomaz took the corner, Waltinho volleyed the ball down, and Pablo Ramírez showed incredible skill and finesse to squeeze the ball past his marker, scoring the 3-2, sealing the victory for his team, and denying FC Barcelona the chance to force extra time.
ThisLDFS2024/2025 Final: Key Moments and Summary
- Jimbee Cartagena Claims Second Consecutive Title
- Drama in the last few seconds Victory for Jimbee Cartagena sealing the second consecutive LNFS title
- "Thin line between win and loss" Marc O'Connell strikes an emotional post-match interview, acknowledging the slight margins and sheer skill required to clinch the win for Cartagena[4][5].
- Pablo Ramírez— Man of the Moment
- Pablo Ramírez comes through with the match-winning goal, showcasing his composure and sheer skill to rise to the occasion, securing the victory for Cartagena[4][5].
- FC Barcelona's Final Melee
- FC Barcelona struggles to find their footing in the final moments, affording Jimbee Cartagena the opportunity to capitalize[4][5].
Goal Scorers
| Team | Player | Minute | Notes ||-----------------|---------------|--------|---------------------------------------------|| FC Barcelona | Antonio | 6 | First goal || Jimbee Cartagena| Waltinho | 7 | Penalty || FC Barcelona | Antonio | 19 | Second goal || Jimbee Cartagena| Waltinho | 40 | Late equalizer || | | | || Jimbee Cartagena | Pablo Ramírez | End | Match-winning goal/Last-second winner |
Note: The table above summarizes the main goals as reported. In some coverage, Waltinho is described as scoring the late goal, but detailed recaps confirm Pablo Ramírez as the decisive scorer in the final moments. Waltinho’s late involvement is for the preceding equalizer just before Ramírez’s winner.
Final Impression
The final match of the LNFS 2024/2025 season was a thrilling, nail-biting affair, with Jimbee Cartagena's dramatic comeback in the final seconds sealing their second consecutive title in an unforgettable evening of high-stakes football[4][5].
Football fans across Europe rejoiced as the European-leagues title was claimed by the Premier-League champions, Jimbee Cartagena, during an exhilarating night of football.
With the Premier-League title now secured, attention will shift to next season's sports calendar, as Jimbee Cartagena prepares to defend their title in the European-leagues.
