⚽ League III – Group B Round 19 Recap (Halfway Through the Season)
We’ve reached the midpoint of the League III season, and Group B remains fiercely competitive. The top club earns direct promotion to League II, while places 2 through 9 will battle it out in the playoffs. Here’s how things stand after Round 19.
🏆 Rayo Vallecano (SPA) lead at halfway
Rayo Vallecano sit at the top with 35 points, edging out the competition with 11 wins and a solid +13 goal difference. Despite a recent dip in form, their attacking play and ability to win tight matches keep them in the driver’s seat for automatic promotion.
🔥 FC Gloria Buzău (ROU) right on their heels
Only one point behind, Gloria Buzău have proven to be one of the most balanced sides in the group, with strong home form and a capable backline. Their consistency could see them challenge Rayo for the top spot as the second half unfolds.
⚡ FC Helsingør (DNK) and Villarreal CF (SPA) in close pursuit
Helsingør (34 pts) and Villarreal (34 pts) are tied for third, just two points off the lead. Both sides have shown bursts of brilliance but will need to stay sharp to keep pace in a crowded race for promotion.
💪 RC Celta de Vigo (SPA) and Santa Clara (POR) holding steady
Celta (34 pts) and Santa Clara (33 pts) round out a strong top six. Celta’s recent unbeaten stretch shows they’re gaining form at the right time, while Santa Clara continue to pick up key results at home to stay competitive.
🎯 Playoff zone intensity
Positions 7 through 9 — Hvidovre IF, Royal Charleroi S.C., and AFC Unirea Slobozia — remain within striking distance of the leaders. A single good run of form could propel any of them into contention for the top two. Canadian (URU) sit just outside the zone in 10th but remain within reach.
⚠️ Mid-table traffic and bottom struggles
Royal Antwerp F.C. (BEL) and FC Porto (POR) are lingering mid-table after mixed results, while the lower half is seeing teams like SK Super Nova (LVA) and AC Horsens (DNK) try to break free from inconsistency.
At the bottom, Violette AC (HT), Rēzeknes FA/BJSS (LVA), and KAA Gent (BEL) are struggling to keep up — Violette remain winless in five, with a -37 goal difference marking a tough first half.
🧮 Halfway Highlights
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Best Attack: Rayo Vallecano – 54 goals
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Best Defense: C.D. Santa Clara – 34 conceded
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Most Wins: Rayo Vallecano – 11 victories
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Tightest Chase: Only 2 points separate 1st to 6th
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Biggest Climb Potential: Villarreal CF, unbeaten in their last four
The first half of the season in Group B has been defined by tight margins and surprise performances. With six teams within touching distance of first place, the battle for promotion promises to be one of the most thrilling in League III. Every point will count from here on out.
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