Huesca made Andorra pay for their comfort with the ball, running out 4-0 winners in a Club Friendlies match on Thursday. The hosts showed that attacking volume does not guarantee results, and the visitors found themselves chasing shadows despite controlling most of the territory. By then, the scoreline had already told the full story of who understood the game better.
Andorra held 61 per cent possession but managed just one corner, while Huesca attacked 78 times against 106 for their opponents. And here's the thing, the visitors' dominance never translated into clear chances, and the hosts took their opportunities ruthlessly. Possession statistics look impressive until you see what actually happens with the ball, and this was a case where numbers lied.
Andorra came into this match on the back of a 1-0 win over Zaragoza, having drawn twice and won once in their previous four friendlies. They had scored five goals in a 5-2 victory over Inter Escaldes just two weeks ago, so confidence was high. To be fair, their attacking intent was visible, but Huesca's structure disrupted whatever rhythm the visitors had built.
Huesca picked up four yellow cards without a red, suggesting a physical contest that never lost control. The hosts' defensive shape held firm against an Andorra side that created more attacks but fewer meaningful moments. It was a clean sheet with a statement, and the goal difference of four goals says everything about the gulf in performance.
The result ends a mixed run for Huesca, who had lost 1-0 to UD Logroñés in their most recent outing. They now have three wins and one defeat in their last five friendlies, and this performance suggests they are finding their feet ahead of the season. Andorra's away record in friendlies will need scrutiny, as this was a rare defeat in recent outings.