The passion of Celta de Vigo supporters is preparing to invade the Santiago Bernabéu. This evening, more than 600 Galician faithful will occupy the visitor’s stand, a remarkable figure given the circumstances. According to AS, tickets for this section sold out in less than 90 minutes, proof of the enthusiasm despite the challenges facing their team.
Just a week ago, a heavy weight weighed down Vigo. The draw was ruthless: to face Real Madrid, big favorite of the competition, and moreover in its lair of the Bernabéu. As if that wasn’t enough, the injury to their emblematic captain, Iago Aspas, darkened the picture a little further. However, the Galician supporters, driven by their passion for the Cup, never gave up.
“At the Copa!” », the cry of hope from Celta Vigo fans before the trip to the Bernabéu
Carlos Giráldez, Celta coach, was quick to turn this disappointment into a source of motivation: “ We were superior to Real Madrid when we met at Balaídos. I hope we can repeat this performance at the Santiago Bernabéu. To advance in the Cup, you have to face the best, and Real are probably the best “, he told AS.
Even after a recent defeat against Rayo Vallecano, Vigo fans did not stop cheering for their team. Their rallying cry, “À por la Copa!” », Already resonated in the aisles, reminding the locker room to turn the page and concentrate on the feat to come.
The task promises to be colossal, but the Cup sometimes reserves surprises. If Real Madrid seeks to defend its favorite status and revive itself, Celta clings to its dream, ready to defy the impossible.
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