Agoncillo vs Calahorra - Tercera División RFEF - Group 16

All eyes turn to the home ground on September 18, 2026 as Agoncillo welcome Calahorra in a Tercera División RFEF - Group 16 encounter that promises tension, intrigue and no shortage of subplot. He experienced victory in his only Old Firm appearance as a Gers player, but Sunday will be his first taste of the fixture in the dugout.

The standings paint a clear picture: Agoncillo in 11th, Calahorra in 8th, and both keen to climb. Results have been in short supply for the hosts, with DD across their last five and a campaign win rate of 0% that makes for grim reading. The visitors have been picking up results steadily, WL over their last five with a campaign win rate of 50%. The contrast in attacking output — 1 versus 1.5 goals per game — adds an extra layer of intrigue. Skinner had another year to run on his contract but has decided to move on a month out from United beginning their Women’s Super League season at London City Lionesses on September 4.

Stylistically, this is a compelling matchup. Agoncillo favour a patient, possession-based approach, whereas Calahorra are at their most dangerous when allowed to hit quickly on the counter. Everton are aware of interest from Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal, but there has been no formal approach or contact with them, and they have no appetite to sell the 26-year-old, who has three years on his deal.

Neither side is short on individuals capable of tilting the balance, and the duel between the two squads' chief creators could prove particularly pivotal. Discipline at the back and sharpness in front of goal will likely tilt the balance one way or the other. Speaking to The United Stand, he claims Michael Carrick would potentially prefer a player like Aurelien Tchouameni over the Roma midfielder, or an alternative with Premier League experience.

Without the market to lean on, the contest feels genuinely open — and the outcome may come down to which side handles the occasion better. Despite the home advantage enjoyed by Agoncillo, the weight of evidence favours Calahorra — a 1-2 away win is the call. Whatever the outcome, the Tercera División RFEF - Group 16 fixture promises a meaningful contest with real implications for both clubs. It is understood that his next move is most likely to take him abroad - and potentially to the Premier League.