Inside the Conference League final with Rayo Vallecano supporters A night of unforgettable pride

"There is no greater victory than being by your side in the moment of defeat." This was the message written on the banner displayed by the Rayo Vallecano supporters in Leipzig for the Conference League final against Crystal Palace. A river of red and white swept through the German city for a historic moment for Rayo Vallecano, the club’s first European final ever. It did not go as they had hoped, as the victory ultimately went to Crystal Palace. What remains, however, is the pride, satisfaction, and joy of thousands of people who had the chance — probably a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity — to see their neighborhood club reach the final stage of a UEFA competition.

César Vallejo closely followed the Rayo supporters’ trip to Germany, capturing the emotions of an incredibly long day that, in its own way, will still remain unforgettable.