RC Celta de Vigo Beats UD San Pedro in Copa del Rey, Advancing to Next Round
Aspas Shines as Celta Cruises to Victory
RC Celta de Vigo secured a comfortable 3-0 victory over UD San Pedro in the first round of the Copa del Rey on Tuesday. Iago Aspas, the experienced striker, led the charge for Celta, scoring a brace to seal the win.
Celta Dominates from the Start
From the opening whistle, Celta controlled possession and created numerous chances. Their dominance paid off in the 16th minute when Aspas opened the scoring with a well-placed finish. The goal gave Celta a confidence boost, and they continued to press forward in search of more goals.
San Pedro, a team from the fourth tier of Spanish football, defended valiantly but were unable to contain Celta's attacking prowess. Aspas doubled Celta's lead in the 35th minute with a stunning strike from outside the box.
Aspas Completes His Brace
Celta continued to dominate the second half, and Aspas completed his brace in the 60th minute. The striker pounced on a loose ball in the San Pedro penalty area and fired home to put the game out of reach.
Celta Advances to Next Round
With the 3-0 victory, Celta advances to the next round of the Copa del Rey, where they will face another lower-division team. The win will provide a much-needed confidence boost for Celta, who have struggled in LaLiga this season.
Aspas Continues to Impress
Aspas's performance against San Pedro was a reminder of his quality and experience. The 35-year-old striker has been a key figure for Celta for many years, and he continues to be a vital part of the team.
Celta Looks to Build on Cup Success
Celta will be hoping to use their Copa del Rey victory as a springboard for success in LaLiga. The team currently sits in the relegation zone, but a good run in the cup could provide them with the momentum they need to avoid the drop.
Conclusion
RC Celta de Vigo's 3-0 victory over UD San Pedro in the Copa del Rey was a welcome boost for the team. Iago Aspas led the way with a brace, and Celta will be hoping to build on this success in their upcoming LaLiga matches.
