Manuel Sala defeated Pedro Nieto 3-6 6-4 7-5 in the Spain 2 Masters 4 round of 32 on clay. The result followed the form book — Manuel Sala came in leading the head-to-head 2–0. Manuel Sala extended the head-to-head to 3–0.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998-02-27 | Spain 3 Masters 4 | R32 | clay | Manuel Sala | 3-6 6-3 6-3 |
| 1998-01-30 | Spain 2 Masters 4 | R16 | clay | Manuel Sala | 6-2 7-6 |