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Real Valladolid’s troubled 2024/25 LaLiga season ended in heartbreak on April 24, following a heavy 5-1 loss to Real Betis that sealed their relegation with five games still to play. It’s the club’s third demotion in seven years and comes amid uncertainty around owner Ronaldo Nazário, who is reportedly considering selling his majority stake.
The campaign has been a disaster from start to finish. Valladolid sits bottom of the table with just 16 points from 33 matches and a staggering -57 goal difference. They’ve managed only four wins, including just one since January, while losing 13 of their last 14 games.
Instability plagued the squad throughout the season, with three different managers taking charge. Current coach Álvaro Rubio, a former Valladolid player, admitted the team failed to meet top-flight standards, saying, “We didn’t do things well and must take full responsibility.”
Fan frustration has grown under Ronaldo’s ownership, with supporters criticizing what they see as neglect. Tensions reached a peak in April during a 4-0 loss to Getafe, when players clashed on the bench.
With relegation confirmed, the focus now turns to rebuilding. Whether Ronaldo stays or exits, Valladolid must regroup and fight for a swift return to LaLiga—something they’ve done twice before under his ownership.