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.
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Robbie Dunne is a freelance journalist. He wrote Working Class Heroes. Robbie works in the English department at Diario AS.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Working Class Heroes is much more than the story of a football club. This is the tale of a working-class neighbourhood, its people's relationship with both their team and the outside world, and how they co-exist. Founded in 1924, Rayo Vallecano recently achieved their highest ever position in the Spanish football league, though shortly after this feat they were brought back down to earth with relegation to the second tier of Spanish football - an outcome wholly in keeping with the historical ups and downs of the club. Madrid is a city overwhelmed by the existence of Real Madrid, though out in Vallecas, just a short metro ride from the city centre, Rayo Vallecano are the only team for the local people. While they accept their role as Madrid's third team, they wear their fandom like a badge of honour, and the club's fan group pride themselves on being anti-fascist. Working Class Heroes is the story of a writer who followed Los Vallecanos around for a year, learning from the fans about the football club and its chequered past. Seller Inventory # LU-9781785313189
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