Sergio Arribas, 23-year-old footballer, marked the spirits in La Liga by making his debut as a holder, playing all the 90 minutes during the 1-0 victory of Real Betis against Mallorca. Having climbed the ladder of the youth teams from Burgos CF, he lived a decisive moment in his career.
Only two years ago, when he was still part of Rayo Vallecano team B, Arribas had expressed his dreams of first division to a source, declaring: “I am excited to start a day in prime. However, this opportunity only presented itself after his transfer to Real Betis last summer, where he first evolved with their team B in Primera RFEF.
Faced with a series of injuries, coach Manuel Pellegrini was forced to set up an improvised starting eleven at a crucial time of the season, after three consecutive defeats. Pellegrini opted for two players from team B: Ángel Ortiz, positioned as a right side, and the native of Burgos Arribas, who played on the left. The two players achieved solid performances during their professional beginnings, celebrating this success with an exhilarating late victory.
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For Arribas, this moment is engraved forever in his memory. Born in 2003, he not only realized his dream by trailing the field alongside renowned players like Isco, Bartra and Vitor Roque, but he also faced formidable opponents such as Robert Navarro, Muriqi and Dardard. In particular, Ortiz offered the decisive pass for the victorious goal.
Although this beginning could be perceived as a simple anecdote in the large scheme of his career, Sergio Arribas can be delighted to have officially walked the Liga land. Pellegrini has recognized that competent players from team B, like Arriba, can take over, especially with well -known absences of holders like Ricardo Rodríguez and Perraud. In less than six months, Arribas went from team B of Seville to the Primera RFEF to seize an opportunity on one of the biggest stages in national football.
