Punches Thrown as Real Zaragoza vs Huesca Match Descends into Chaos: Goalkeeper Sent Off for Assaulting Rival

Esteban Andrada, goalkeeper for Real Zaragoza, has been sent off and faces potential disciplinary action after punching Huesca defender Jorge Pulido in the face during the closing moments of a LaLiga 2 match on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

The incident occurred in the 90+14th minute of the game at Estadio El Alcoraz in Huesca, with the home team leading 1-0 through a goal by Óscar Sielva in the 65th minute. Andrada, who had already been shown a red card, charged from his goal area and struck Pulido, triggering a mass confrontation involving players from both sides.

Match Context and Sequence of Events

Real Zaragoza were already reduced to ten men when Andrada was dismissed, though the specific reason for his initial red card was not detailed in the available reports. Following his dismissal, the goalkeeper approached Pulido near the Huesca penalty area and delivered a punch to the defender’s face, which immediately escalated into a full-scale brawl.

Official Match Details and Aftermath

According to match statistics from the game, Huesca secured a 1-0 victory, with Óscar Sielva scoring the only goal in the 65th minute. The home side managed just 39% possession and 7 total shots, while Real Zaragoza had 61% possession and 12 shots, including 1.36 expected goals (xG). Despite creating more chances, Zaragoza failed to convert, and the match descended into chaos in stoppage time.

Multiple angles of the incident were shared on social media, showing Andrada lunging at Pulido after the final whistle had effectively been blown, with teammates and opponents rushing to intervene. The Spanish football authorities are expected to review the incident, and further sanctions beyond the red card may be imposed on the goalkeeper.

Team Form and Season Implications

The result leaves both clubs in the midst of a tightly contested LaLiga 2 campaign. Huesca, playing at home, collected three vital points to bolster their position, while Real Zaragoza’s defeat, compounded by the disciplinary incident, adds to their challenges in the league’s final rounds. Neither team’s current standing or upcoming fixtures were specified in the verified sources.

As of now, neither Real Zaragoza nor Huesca has issued an official statement regarding the incident or potential internal disciplinary measures. The match referee’s report will be a key document in determining any subsequent suspensions or fines handed out by the Royal Spanish Football Federation.