Resurgence of Deportivo de La Coruña and Ambitious Rise of Zaragoza's Rozzano Club in Spanish Lower-Division Football
Deportivo de La Coruña is making a strong comeback aiming for LaLiga return while Zaragoza's Rozzano club pursues a fourth consecutive promotion in Spanish football's lower divisions.
- • Deportivo de La Coruña returned to professional football in 2024 after four tough seasons in Segunda B.
- • Deportivo currently holds third place in Segunda División, their best ranking in nine years.
- • Yeremay Hernández is a key Deportivo player under contract until 2030 with a 50 million euro release clause.
- • Rozzano club from Zaragoza aims for a fourth consecutive league promotion, described as 'pure football' by club officials.
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Spanish lower-division football is witnessing remarkable stories of resurgence and ambition as Deportivo de La Coruña fights its way back to LaLiga and the Zaragoza-based Rozzano club chases its fourth consecutive promotion.
Deportivo de La Coruña, a club with significant historical importance in Spanish football, endured a challenging period since its relegation to Segunda B in 2020 during the pandemic. The club faced four difficult seasons, repeatedly falling short in playoffs to return to professional tiers. However, in 2024, Deportivo emerged as champions of their group, securing direct promotion to LaLiga Hypermotion (Segunda División). Currently, the team sits third in the Segunda División, marking their best position in nine years, and even enjoyed a spell at the top of the table. Managed by Antonio Hidalgo, Deportivo also celebrated a Copa del Rey victory over Mallorca, setting up an exciting tie against another top-tier side. Key to their revival is 23-year-old Yeremay Hernández, who is under contract until 2030 with a €50 million release clause. Despite interest from clubs like Sporting de Portugal and Borussia Dortmund, he remains a pivotal figure at the club. Though not yet at their historic level, Deportivo's upward trajectory offers hope for a LaLiga return by season's end.
Meanwhile, in Zaragoza, the club Rozzano with an Italian name but local roots is chasing an extraordinary feat—achieving its fourth consecutive promotion. Rozzano’s president, Raúl Blasco, and coach Javier Benito describe their journey as "pure football," reflecting the passion and commitment fueling the team's ambitions. This remarkable pursuit underscores the vibrant life and spirited competitions thriving in Spanish regional and lower leagues.
Together, these stories encapsulate the dynamic environment of Spanish football beyond the top tier, highlighting the determination of clubs to reclaim prominence and advance through the ranks.
This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
