Albacete Balompié secured a vital 0-1 victory against FC Andorra on May 1, 2026, at the Estadi de la FAF d'Encamp, earning crucial three points in the final moments of the LaLiga Hypermotion matchday 38. This hard-fought triumph propelled the team to 50 points, significantly advancing their season objective.

The win was particularly impressive given FC Andorra's formidable recent form, entering the match with four consecutive victories, 16 of the last 18 points, 19 goals in six games, and three successive clean sheets. However, it was Albacete's defense that remained impenetrable on this occasion.

The first half was a tight affair, with both teams evenly matched and few clear-cut chances. Albacete Balompié, however, crafted the best opportunity around the half-hour mark. Following some dangerous attacks from Andorra, Alex Rubio, wearing the number 19, led a swift counter-attack, delivering a precise cross for Jefté, whose header narrowly missed the target.

The second half saw a slight increase in tempo but still lacked major breakthroughs. Both coaches made tactical changes and substitutions, searching for the decisive moment. As time dwindled, the deadlock persisted until the 86th minute when Albacete's perseverance finally paid off.

A crucial interception in the opponent's half, expertly carried forward by Fran Gámez, initiated the winning attack. Gámez then provided a perfect assist to JoGo, who arrived from the left wing and fired a powerful shot across the goal, finding the back of the local net.

The late goal sparked jubilation among the Albacete players and staff, sealing the 0-1 victory. This result not only added three vital points but also pushed Albacete Balompié to the 50-point mark, placing them tantalizingly close to achieving their primary objective for the season in LaLiga Hypermotion.