SD Ponferradina advances to Copa del Rey second round after penalty shootout

SD Ponferradina secured a spot in the second round of the Copa del Rey following a dramatic penalty shootout against U.D. Llanera. After a 1-1 draw through regulation and extra time, Ponferradina won the shootout 5-3.

Faye opened the scoring for Ponferradina in the first half, but Llanera equalized in the 82nd minute through a goal by Longo. The match featured significant rotations from Ponferradina manager Mehdi Nafti, including the first start of the season for goalkeeper Amir Abedzadeh. Despite Llanera's intense pressure and several scoring opportunities, Ponferradina's clinical performance from the penalty spot ensured their progression.