The year ended with a 2-5 victory against Leganés at Butarque. Still, the broader perspective highlights a solid season under Marcelino García Toral’s management. “In terms of the year, we’re in a much better position now than last year,” the manager remarked after the match.
This is a significant improvement compared to the high defeat count in 2023, which saw 11 losses in its second half alone. Marcelino’s arrival in November 2023 has stabilised the team.
Despite painful defeats—such as the Olympique Marseille clash in which a comeback slipped away, and Copa del Rey eliminations to Unionistas and Pontevedra—the Submarine’s 2024 campaign showcased resilience.
Interestingly, more victories came on the road (10) than at Estadio de la Cerámica (9). However, defensive frailties in December affected their standing. “We faced a tough December, letting results slip away when we were close to sealing wins. Conceding goals at critical moments cost us,” Marcelino admitted.
He called for hard work to reduce defensive lapses and strengthen their position in the league table.