Llanes vs Condal - Tercera División RFEF - Group 2

Tactical intrigue takes centre stage on October 4, 2026 as Llanes and Condal prepare to square off at the home ground, with both managers known for their strategic nuance in the Tercera División RFEF - Group 2. The 74-year-old Hoops boss admitted that "it'll be a bit strange not having the (Celtic) fans in but I'm nervously and excitedly looking forward to it; it's a great fixture" and also spoke about the police visit.

Both Llanes and Condal will be eager to build momentum when they meet in Tercera División RFEF - Group 2. The hosts have found wins hard to come by, D across their last five telling the story of a win rate of 0%. Condal have made a habit of winning on the road, their D run backing up a remarkable season win rate of 66.67%. Where Llanes have leaned on defensive discipline, Condal have often taken the initiative going forward, and that stylistic difference should shape the contest. Sky Sports columnist Laura Hunter analyses the big talking points from the first round of Women's Super League matches, bringing you closer to the key stories at the heart of the women's game.

Wing play is likely to be central to the contest. Llanes will look to stretch the pitch and isolate their wide attackers, while Condal must find a way to compress the space and choke the supply lines. Moving the Dane on frees up space and gives the Partenopei greater room to press ahead with their incoming transfer plans.

Neither side is short on individuals capable of tilting the balance, and the duel between the two squads' chief creators could prove particularly pivotal. Whoever wins the individual duel between the two sides' chief playmakers is likely to dictate the rhythm and, ultimately, the destination of the points. There have been comparisons made between the left-footed Kukonki and Manchester City defender Josko Gvardiol.

The market has yet to form a strong view, and the contest looks genuinely difficult to call. A share of the spoils looks the most probable outcome, with neither side holding a decisive edge — a 2-2 draw feels like a fitting result. More than just three points is on the line at the home ground — this is a fixture that could shape the narrative of both clubs' seasons. In terms of outgoings, Perri seems closest to an exit, but that will likely have to wait until Trafford's mandated holiday after the World Cup is over or a No 2 arrives.