Working Class Heroes

The Story of Rayo Vallecano, Madrid's Forgotten Team

Robbie Dunne

• Publisher: Pitch Publishing Ltd
• eBook ISBN:
  9781785313783
• Year: 2017

A tale of soccer, social activism, and working-class pride in Madrid.

Working Class Heroes tells the story of Rayo Vallecano, a Madrid soccer club, and its deep connection to its working-class neighborhood. More than just a sports story, it explores the club's history, its anti-fascist identity, and its role as a symbol of community pride. Discover how Los Vallecanos embrace their status as Madrid's 'forgotten team' and champion social justice.

This is for you if you're interested in:

• The intersection of sports and politics
• The history of Spanish football
• Stories of community activism

Why buy now? Uncover a unique perspective on soccer fandom and the power of a team to represent a community's values. Experience the passion and struggles of a club that stands for something more than just winning.

Table of contents

• Cover Page
• Title Page
• Copyright Page
• Contents
• Acknowledgements
• Introduction
• 1. How did we get here?
• 2. Somos de Vallecas
• 3. The pirate’s life
• 4. Rayo in the market
• 5. Club ownership in Spain
• 6. Managing Rayo
• 7. Story’s end
• Photographs