Real Sporting de Gijón will face off against Zaragoza on March 1, 2025, at the Estadio La Romareda, as part of the 29th round of the LALIGA HYPERMOTION 2024/2025 season. Fans can catch the match at 18:30 (Spanish peninsular time) through DAZN, which continues to serve as the broadcasting platform for the league, offering its subscribers access to numerous exciting games throughout the season.
The Gijón club has long been recognized for its rich academy, known for producing remarkable talents who have graced top-tier football. Among recent prospects, Álvaro Fidalgo stands out as he has publicly stated his desire to join Sporting Gijón, returning to his roots and playing at El Molinón, the club's historic home ground.
Fidalgo, born in Oviedo, caught the attention of scouts as a youth, which led to his early signing with Real Madrid. Although he never made it to Sporting during his formative years, the longing to represent the team has never faded. "At some point in my career, I will play for Sporting,” Fidalgo declared recently, emphasizing his commitment to eventually don the red and white jersey.
Currently playing for Club América in Mexico, Fidalgo's contract runs until December 2026. This timeline has fans of Sporting hopeful about the possibility of his return, as he could become available as a free agent then. The midfielder hinted at keeping up with the club's current performance, expressing his excitement about their matches.
Despite his strong attachments to the Gijón club, Fidalgo's ambitions go beyond the local scene; he aims to play at the Champions League level, which poses additional challenges for his return to Sporting. If substantial offers come his way from major European clubs, it might delay his dream of playing for his boyhood team. Nevertheless, as the 27-year-old player remains focused on his present commitments, the future holds potential signings for Sporting and exciting events for its supporters.
Fans can look forward to the Zaragoza match, where they will hope to see their team take another step forward this season, amid discussions about future player developments like Fidalgo’s return. The stakes are high as the teams compete for top positions, showing the tenacity and spirit inherent to Spanish football.
With DAZN continuing to provide coverage for this dynamic league, fans across Spain and beyond can enjoy the matches live or on-demand, which includes not only LALIGA HYPERMOTION but also other major European leagues and competitions.