Budimir Strikes Late to Snatch Dramatic 2-2 Draw for Osasuna
Osasuna pulled off a stunning comeback against Mallorca in a match that had fans on the edge of their seats from start to finish. What looked like a comfortable lead for the visitors turned into heartbreak in the final minutes, as the Rojillos scored twice in five minutes to secure a 2-2 draw.
The story of the match was set early. Mallorca, under new coach MartÃn Demichelis, came into the game desperate for points, sitting near the relegation zone after a string of four consecutive defeats. Vedat Muriqi quickly showed why he was their key man, opening the scoring in the 34th minute after an uncharacteristic defensive lapse from Osasuna. He doubled the lead just after the hour mark, putting Mallorca in a strong position to claim three vital points.
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Osasuna, meanwhile, was looking to regain momentum after a recent defeat ended their six-game unbeaten streak. Alessio Lisci’s side struggled for much of the first half, unable to convert opportunities and often caught on the counter. The intensity grew in the second half as Osasuna pressed forward, while Mallorca appeared content to protect their lead, a strategy that would soon backfire.
The turning point came with a combination of red cards and late-game pressure. Jan Virgili’s dismissal for Mallorca and a subsequent red for Raul GarcÃa of Osasuna left both teams temporarily down to ten men, but it was the home side that seized the moment. Kike Barja reignited hope with a well-placed strike in the 88th minute and in stoppage time, Ante Budimir, facing his former club, delivered a clinical finish to complete the improbable comeback. His goal not only salvaged a point but also underscored his reputation as a player who thrives in high-pressure moments.
This result has significant implications for both sides. Osasuna moves up to tenth place, consolidating their position in La Liga and gaining confidence for the remaining fixtures of the season. Mallorca, despite the strong start and Muriqi’s brace, missed a crucial opportunity to climb out of the relegation zone, leaving Demichelis with plenty of questions to answer in his managerial debut.
The match highlighted the fine margins in football: defensive errors, timely substitutions and sheer determination can completely alter outcomes. Osasuna’s resilience and Budimir’s decisive strike will be remembered as a defining moment of the season, while Mallorca is left to regroup and fight another day.
Stay tuned and keep following for every development in La Liga, as the battle for survival and positioning intensifies week by week.
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