🚨 Racing de Santander back in the top flight 14 years on
Racing de Santander have secured promotion to Spain's First Division after a 14-year absence. Their return was confirmed following a victory over Real Valladolid and Almería's loss to Las Palmas. The club, which faced relegation and financial struggles, has rebuilt over the past decade to reclaim its place in the top flight.
- ▪Racing de Santander returned to the First Division after 14 years following a win against Real Valladolid.
- ▪The promotion was sealed by their victory at El Sardinero and Almería’s defeat to Las Palmas.
- ▪The club was relegated in the 2011-12 season and once dropped to Segunda División B.
- ▪Racing de Santander established themselves as top contenders in the 2024-25 season and secured promotion with two games remaining.
- ▪El Sardinero, the club's home stadium, hosted celebrations for their return to the top tier.
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