In their first match back in La Liga, Real Valladolid delivered an impressive performance and defeated RCD Espanyol, making a strong start to the new season. This victory not only brought the team valuable three points but also created a long-awaited joyful atmosphere within the club.
The team has not experienced such profound joy for a long time. While promotion to La Liga was an exhilarating milestone, rumors of the club being for sale cast a shadow over the celebration. Additionally, tensions between head coach Paolo Pesolano and some fans added to the club’s uneasy atmosphere.
However, the winning start in La Liga dispelled all clouds. The team’s performance was eye-opening for everyone. Club president and majority shareholder Ronaldo, who had considered selling the club, changed his mind and decided to retain ownership, pledging additional investment to support the club’s future development.
The Uruguayan coach demonstrated his coaching prowess in this match, successfully bringing out the best in the team and sharing the joy of victory with the fans.
Notably, the club has been holding a series of events to honor the heroes who won the club’s only national title—the League Cup—in 1984.
With the victory and celebrations combined, Ronaldo expressed his joy on social media: “Onward, Pucela (Valladolid’s nickname)! I couldn’t have imagined a better way to return to La Liga. We all together secured these crucial three points, turning the José Zorrilla Stadium into a celebration ground for our 1984 champions. Let’s keep pushing for more victories!” His words conveyed genuine happiness over the team’s win and also built anticipation among fans for the away game against Real Madrid on Sunday.