Following the postponed clash between Sant Andreu and Real Madrid Castilla, the RFEF officially announced the Matchday 4 Team of the Week, with Real Zaragoza represented once again, this time by Peter Ademo.
Real Zaragoza are aiming for a fourth consecutive win after securing their third against Cartagena (1-0) at Ibercaja Estadio last Sunday. This Friday, they face U.D. Ibiza in the fifth round of Primera RFEF at 9:15 p.m.
Doubts over Ander Herrera's condition at Real Zaragoza have lingered since the Torremolinos game. Although there was no tear and the captain was able to complete part of training with the squad, the midfielder was left out of the squad against Cartagena due to back discomfort. The Blanquillos have now confirmed that he is suffering from persistent lower back pain.
With no rest days available due to the short turnaround between matches, Real Zaragoza held their final training session on Thursday before traveling to Ibiza, where they will play the fifth round of Primera RFEF on Friday at 9:15 p.m. Ibai Gómez had the entire squad available except Ander Herrera.
Everything is ready for A.Gain to take definitive control of Real Zaragoza, but the most important issue remains: payment. According to Diario As, the investment group has seven days to complete it. It will then officially become the majority shareholder of the SAD.
Juan Carlos Cordero, ex director deportivo del Real Zaragoza entre enero de 2023 y marzo de 2025, ha hablado en Radio Marca Tenerife sobre la situación del club y las posibles causas de su caída del fútbol profesional.
Real Zaragoza has announced the team’s four captains for the current season, with four matches already played and the fifth just around the corner. Ander Herrera, Tachi, Escudero and Rubén Díez “Jamelli” have been chosen to wear the captain’s armband.
Real Zaragoza returned to training on Wednesday with their focus on Ibiza as they target a fourth consecutive win. Iker Vadillo, a youth academy product who has just joined the first team, is expected to start. Asked whether he is living a dream, he answered yes. “I’ve been here since I was a youth player. Every child dreams of making it. I want to make the most of this opportunity, do my best and bring joy,” he said.
Real Zaragoza is putting the finishing touches to its preparations for Friday’s match against Ibiza at 9:15 p.m. at Can Misses. The team is set to reorganize, with uncertainty up front.
A Real Zaragoza class—or rather, a history class about Real Zaragoza—is possible thanks to the “Football That Tells Stories” course promoted by the CAI Foundation (1-3 Alcalde Sainz de Varanda Avenue). Running from October through the end of May, it traces the history of Aragon’s most decorated team. Places are still available.
Real Zaragoza returned to training on Tuesday afternoon at 5:30 p.m., with the familiar presence of Ander Herrera. He worked with the group at least during the opening 15 minutes, while the session was open to the press. Bobby Aitkenhead, A.Gain’s senior executive and the public face of the investment group committed to acquiring a majority stake in the club, also spent a brief period at the training ground.
The derby between Atlético de Madrid and Real Madrid always produces controversy and ugly or obscene moments. The gesture going viral on social media was made by former Real Zaragoza manager Gabi Fernández, now one of Cholo Simeone's assistants.
Youngster Diego Monzón will join Ecuador's U-20s for a new 10-day international experience. Although he has yet to play an official match for Real Zaragoza, he has regularly trained with the first team. He will be away from September 27 to October 6 after being given the chance to rejoin his national team.
Real Zaragoza begin a week of preparation with the aim of overcoming their toughest test of the season so far. This Friday, they visit Unión Deportiva Ibiza, whose squad is the strongest they have faced in the first five rounds of the competition. Players such as José Carlos Lazo, Erik Curbelo and Manu Justo add quality to the team.
Juan Ignacio Martínez, better known as JIM, is one of the last Real Zaragoza coaches to leave a positive impression on the club’s fans before departing in 2022 after saving the team from relegation in the 2020-21 season. After several years out of coaching following his last spell with Iranian club Foolad, the Valencian coach has taken on a new role at Honduras’ Real Club Deportivo España.
Real Zaragoza surprised with a tribute to Pepe Arcega before the match against Cartagena, as deserved as it was strange in its execution. The SAD made no announcement until the following afternoon, Monday. The former CAI Zaragoza player received a shirt bearing his “10” from several legends of the white-and-blue side, but the gesture was not publicized.
The most notable absence from Real Zaragoza's squad for the 1-0 win over Cartagena at Ibercaja Estadio was Ander Herrera. The midfielder, who was forced off injured against Juventud de Torremolinos last weekend, was again absent on Sunday. On Monday, during the recovery session, he completed stretching exercises alongside the other starters at a slower pace. It remains to be seen whether he will be fit for Friday's match in Ibiza.
The 1-0 win over Cartagena, their third consecutive victory after those against Antequera and Juventud Torremolinos, has put Real Zaragoza looking toward the top of the table after the first four matchdays of Primera RFEF. Although there could be changes below the Aragonese side because U.E. Sant Andreu and Real Madrid Castilla play on Wednesday, Zaragoza will remain in the upper reaches of the standings.
Spain’s third-tier football, where Real Zaragoza compete, has delivered a warning to the white-and-blue side. Scheduling is a concern: after facing Cartagena at Ibercaja Estadio this Sunday, their next game is on Friday in Ibiza. At least after a win, everything looks different.
Going for a third straight win. Real Zaragoza return to Primera RFEF action this Sunday (8:30 p.m.) with Cartagena visiting Ibercaja Estadio, as Ibai Gómez's side look to extend their good run and make a statement that can help them climb the table.
