Spain. Forth Division – 14 Groups played the regular season and then 16 top teams proceeded to play-offs in two rounds. Since the promotional spots were 6, the criteria for participation was rather unclear – the 14 groups winners, of course, but the other 10 teams? Second placed teams, but there was also one 3rd placed. Not every 2nd placed could go to the next round, so perhaps those with higher points? Not really – there were a few left out and teams with fewer points played. Anyhow, the first round eliminated 12 teams and the rest played the second round, the winners going up to third level. Naturally, few better known clubs played at this level.
Burgos reached them, but was eliminated in the first round by FC Barcelona Aficionados.
Eibar was eliminated in the final round – by Pontevedra: 0-3 and 0-0.
Levante was the only familiar name getting promoted – they won the final round against Ourense 1-0 and 1-1. Not exactly a piece of cake for a team having Cruijff quite recently. Struggling to climb to Third Division… At least, they climbed.
The other winners were:
Pontevedra – beating Eibar, as already mentioned.
Orihuela, after beating Caudal 1-0 and 2-0.
Atletico Marbella prevailing over Siero 3-0 and 0-1.
Manacor, eliminating Pegaso 4-0 and 2-1, and
Barcelona Aficionados, beating Cultural Leonesa 1-1 and 2-0.
Well, good luck to the promoted next season.