LaLiga Santander: 10 things we experienced in past week

10 things we experienced last week in LaLiga Santander

All the things have been going on in LaLiga this past week, Here are 10 of the top stories, from Deportivo Alavés’ promotion to Jude Bellingham’s arrival in Madrid. This was a big week for Spanish football, with the final promotion spot being decided, with the Spanish national team winning a trophy and with the first transfers of summer being confirmed.

Deportivo Alavés win promotion in the most dramatic fashion in Laliga:

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(Football news)The second leg of the 2022/23 Spanish league LaLiga SmartBank playoffs final was held on Saturday night and it created one of the most exceptional situations imaginable. With the scores level at 0-0 in extra time of the match between Levante UD and Deportivo Alavés, the home side was seconds away from leveling, which would have secured their promotion.

However, a penalty was awarded at the end moment, giving the visitors a chance. Asier Villalibre stepped up and confidently converted the 129th-minute spot kick to snatch promotion for Deportivo Alavés, a moment none of the club’s fans will ever forget.

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16 LaLiga players help Spain to win the UEFA Nations League:

The Spanish national team also had a lot to commemorate the past week, as La Roja won the UEFA Nations League by beating Italy in the semi-finals and then Croatia on penalties in the final. The majority of the players in Luis de la Fuente’s squad are plying their trade in Spain, with 16 of them having played in LaLiga Santander this past season.

10 LaLiga clubs had a representative in the unvanquished squad, namely: Athletic Club, Atlético de Madrid, FC Barcelona, Rayo Vallecano, RCD Espanyol, Real Betis, Real Madrid, Real Sociedad, Sevilla FC and Villarreal CF.

Unai Simón is Spain’s penalty-saving hero:

While several different players stood out in the UEFA Nations League games for Spain, Athletic Club goalkeeper Unai Simón was the clear hero of the final as he put aside two penalties in the shootout. The Basque shot-stopper has now made six penalty shootout saves in his Spain career, the most of anyone in the team’s history.

Vicente Moreno is the new UD Almería coach:

UD Almería declared this past week that Vicente Moreno will be the new coach of the first team, following the decamping of Rubi. He has previously coached RCD Mallorca and RCD Espanyol in Spain’s top division and will now lead Los Rojiblancos in 2023/24.

Sergio González to continue his contract with Cádiz CF:

At Cádiz CF, the club confirmed this past week that Sergio González is staying on as coach of the team, after helping Los Amarillos secure survival this past season. He has put pen to paper on a contract extension, with the new deal running until 2025.

Jude Bellingham is thrilled to start his Real Madrid career:

Real Madrid have won the race to sign Jude Bellingham from Borussia Dortmund. The very talented England international was wanted by some of Europe’s top sides and ultimately decided to take his next steps at the Bernabéu, explaining in his introductory press conference that he is excited to have joined such a historic and successful club.

CA Osasuna made another signing:

CA Osasuna has been already very active in the off-season. Following last week’s acquisition of centre-back Alejandro Catena, this week the Navarre club signed winger José Arnaiz from CD Leganés. He arrives on the back of an impressive season in LaLiga SmartBank, in which he scored nine goals from the left wing.

Nabil Fekir is advancing in his recovery:

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Real Betis star Nabil Fekir has been recuperating from an ACL injury since February and he is making good progress. This past week, the 2018 World Cup winner shared a video on social media detailing his recovery process, showing his fans that he is advancing well.

Another LaLiga Promises trophy for Real Madrid’s academy:

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The XXX edition of the Nacional Geotiles LaLiga Promises Santander tournament took place the last week, with the youngsters from Real Madrid’s academy triumphing at this reputable youth competition. After the titles won by Los Blancos in 1999, 2000, and 2019, this is the fourth success in this tournament for the team from the Spanish capital.

Just a few days remain until the new calendar is divulged:

It was confirmed this past week that the draw for the 2023/24 calendar for the top division of LaLiga will take place on Thursday 22nd June, while the calendar for the second tier will be established on Wednesday 28th June. As such, only a few days remain before fans of Spanish football learn when the biggest fixtures of the new season will be taking place.

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