Rayo Vallecano's Historic Fight

Rayo Vallecano thrives on their underdog mentality and continues to play in the daring style of former coach Andoni Iraola. The club has transformed from being perceived as 'Rayito' (little Rayo) to 'el puto Rayo' (Rayo fucking Vallecano), as midfielder Óscar Valentín explains. afrikasportnews.co.za

Players like captain Óscar Trejo, who handed in his armband in solidarity with workers, and winger Álvaro García, the club's all-time top scorer with 36 first division goals, describe themselves as 'the last team from another time' fighting for something greater than just football.