UD Almería experienced a special night at the II Gala of the Association of Sports Journalists of Almería. Unai Emery, coach of the team in the 2006-07 and 2007-08 seasons, highlighted the special bond he maintains with the club.

What happened at the gala?

Unai Emery thanked the path he took at UD Almería to acquire competitiveness values. The president, Alfonso García, spoke to him about a two-year project to promote, but Emery understood projects as winning, and they promoted in the first year.

Why is it important for UD Almería?

The Almería fans continue to support the team after failing to achieve promotion. Unai Emery highlighted that there is now sentiment in the club, and that the average attendance at games has increased significantly since his arrival in 2006.

What comes next?

Unai Emery sent a message of encouragement to the fans, ensuring that today is a bad day, but that they are sure to continue supporting and strengthening the Almería sentiment through football. Vicente del Bosque also had a prominent role in the gala, highlighting the importance of emotional control in football.

StatisticValue
Average attendance in 20064,500
Current average attendance15,000