The leader, Castellón, tests Butarque’s fortín

Leganés are gearing up at Butarque for one of the early season’s biggest appointments: the team hosts Castellón next Monday, with the visitors arriving as Segunda’s leaders after a flawless run that, according to MARCA, will put the pepinero home fortress to the test.

A third home win

So far, Rubén Albés’ side have made Butarque a major weapon. MARCA highlights two home wins already, against Eldense and Granada. The latest was a 3-2 comeback: Naim and Soko put Leganés ahead, the opponent levelled, and Gharbi’s goal in the 90th minute sealed the points. Those three strikes helped the club respond immediately after their first league defeat of the campaign, at Tenerife, to reach 11 points.

The unbeaten leader arrives

Next Monday’s challenge is a different level. Castellón land in Butarque top of the table and unbeaten, with 16 of 18 points. MARCA gives the breakdown: five wins, one draw, 12 goals for and just two conceded. They also arrive buoyed after a 5-0 win over Tenerife, a result that underlines the momentum they bring to Leganés.

The stands, too

The atmosphere is part of the story. MARCA reports Leganés have already reached 10,856 season-ticket holders, just 125 away from matching their historic record of 10,981. With the campaign still ongoing, this match against the league leader looks set to be a real test not only for the team, but for the crowd.

In short: the leader is rolling in, Leganés have been winning at Butarque, and next Monday the fortín faces its toughest trial so far.