Las Palmas are experiencing a remarkable turnaround under the guidance of
Diego Martínez, who has breathed new life into the team. Just a month ago, they were struggling without a win and facing the grim prospect of relegation. However, the arrival of Martínez, a coach known for his attention to detail and charisma, has sparked a revival.
After a recent victory against , where they triumphed 3-1, the players found themselves in a rare moment of relief: for the first time since August, they were no longer in the relegation zone. As they boarded the big yellow bus, filled with Telepizzas and buzzing with excitement, they could be forgiven for sneaking a glance at the league table. It was just past midnight when they left Fofo the , heading towards their hotel, with another long journey home awaiting them the next day. The players were likely still processing the whirlwind of events that had led to this moment, but hope was once again alive for UD Las Palmas.
One player, however, was absent from the bus. had other priorities; his mother was busy helping flood victims at her restaurant in Quart de Poblet, and his brother was waiting outside to take him home. Fuster had made a significant impact in the match, scoring the third goal just two minutes after coming on. “It was very special for everything that’s happened, because it’s my first in primera, and it helped us win,” he reflected before heading to Valencia. “If you’d told us a month ago that we’d be in this position, we would have been in despair. No one would have bet a duro or five pesetas on us, but everything has changed completely.”
Question 1: What significant change occurred for UD Las Palmas a month ago?
UD Las Palmas was winless and facing relegation, but after the arrival of charismatic coach Diego Martínez, their fortunes began to change.
Question 2: How did the players of Las Palmas react after their recent victory against Rayo Vallecano?
After beating Rayo Vallecano 3-1, the players were filled with hope and for the first time since August, they found themselves out of the relegation zone.
Question 3: What personal event was player Manu Fuster involved in after the match?
Manu Fuster's mother was feeding flood victims at her restaurant, and after the match, he left to meet his brother who was waiting to take him home.
Question 4: How did Manu Fuster feel about scoring his first goal in La Liga?
Fuster described scoring his first goal as very special, especially given the circumstances and its importance in helping the team win the match.
Question 5: What was the general sentiment among the players regarding their situation a month ago compared to now?
The players expressed disbelief at their current position, noting that no one would have expected them to be in a better situation just a month prior, highlighting a complete turnaround in their fortunes.