Match Report
Merida, 12th with 47 points, sat 18 points above Atlético Baleares (19th, 29). Merida's recent output outran their position: 3rd on form over five rounds, 12th in the table. In league terms the two rates read 0.97/1.18 for Merida and 0.61/1.55 for Atlético Baleares (scored/conceded per game); the competition average is 1.13.
Defeat had not touched Merida in 5 games.
Estadio Romano in Merida staged the fixture, a ground that holds 14,600. Merida led 1-0 at the break, and the second half added 2 goals for the 2-1 full-time score.