Immortalized Legends And Enduring Passion

Oviedo Celebrates a Century of Glory: Immortalized Legends and Enduring Passion

The Centennial of Real Oviedo Pays Tribute to its Idols with Names Engraved in the History of Carlos Tartiere

Last Thursday, Real Oviedo blew out the candles of its first century of life, a milestone that the Asturian entity wanted to celebrate in style this Saturday with a day full of emotional events and recognition of those who forged its legend. The Oviedo party had the Carlos Tartiere stadium as its epicenter, witness and protagonist of countless blue exploits.

The morning started with a symbolic gesture rooted in the earth. Pelayo Sánchez, professional cyclist of the UCI Pro World Tour and confessed fan of the club, had the honor of planting the traditional carbayu, the oak that represents the strength and identity of Oviedo, in the forest that surrounds the blue coliseum. Visibly moved, the Tellego cyclist declared: “I am super grateful to the club and the fans; they remember me a lot and this is a great honor. I would have been at the party no matter what.” Sánchez, who arrived at the stadium on his own bicycle, promised his presence in the friendly match between “friends of Esteban and friends of Santi Cazorla.”

The high point of the day came with the tribute to four indisputable figures of Real Oviedo: José María García Lavilla, Javier Álvarez Alonso, Paulo Bento and Esteban Suárez. In an act full of feeling, the club decided to name four of the Carlos Tartiere doors with their names, an eternal recognition of his legacy. Door 26 will forever bear the name of García Lavilla, door 7 that of Javier Álvarez, door 17 that of Paulo Bento and door 12 that of Esteban Suárez.

José María García Lavilla, a native of Pola de Siero, is remembered as a high-caliber footballer in the 60s and 70s. His debut with Real Oviedo occurred in the 1960/1961 season, and throughout his career he wore the blue shirt on 124 occasions, all of them in the highest category of Spanish football. His talent transcended borders, and in 1965 he signed for Espanyol, where he also left an indelible mark, establishing himself as a true legend of the parakeet club.

Javier Álvarez Alonso, a true native of Oviedo, is another of the figures who have remained engraved in the club's memory. Between 1968 and 1980, he played a whopping 323 games for Real Oviedo. His contribution was vital in two promotions to the First Division, and in turn, he scored a total of 23 goals distributed between First, Second and Second B, demonstrating his versatility and commitment.

The only one of those honored who was not born in Asturias was Paulo Bento. The Portuguese international became a fundamental piece of Real Oviedo in the late 90s. After his time at Benfica, he arrived in the capital of the Principality in 1996 to become the helm of the Carbayón midfield. He played 145 games for the club until his departure in 2000 for Sporting Lisbon. Bento, who would later coach the Portuguese and South Korean national teams, demonstrated his quality and leadership at Carlos Tartiere.

Finally, Esteban Suárez, whom many consider the most emblematic goalkeeper in the history of Real Oviedo, also received his well-deserved tribute. After defending the blue goal in four First Division seasons (1997-2001), he returned in 2014 to lead the team in its long-awaited return to professional football. His career also includes spells at Celta, Atlético de Madrid, Sevilla and Almería, but his heart was always linked to Oviedo, with which he played a total of 256 official matches.

The president of Real Oviedo, Martín Peláez, was present at the emotional event held near the Carlos Tartiere, sharing the joy and pride of the Oviedo fans on this very special day. The party organized by the blue clubs promises to continue with the same intensity, honoring the rich history of a club that looks to the future with the same passion that it has shown throughout its first century of existence.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Centennial of Real Oviedo

When did Real Oviedo celebrate its centenary?
Real Oviedo fulfilled century the past Thursday.

What events were held to celebrate the centenary?
A series of events were held, including a tribute to four club legends and the planting of a carbayu.

Who were the four legends honored?
The legends honored were José María García Lavilla, Javier Alvarez Alonso, Paulo Bento and Esteban Suarez.

What recognition did these legends receive?
The doors 26, 7, 17 and 12 of the Carlos Tartiere stadium were baptized with their respective names.

Which Asturian athlete participated in the celebration events?
Pelayo Sanchezprofessional cyclist of the UCI Pro World Tour, participated by planting the carbayu.

How many games did José María García Lavilla play for Real Oviedo?
José María García Lavilla played 124 matches with Real Oviedo, all in the First Division.

How many games did Javier Álvarez Alonso play for Real Oviedo?
Javier Álvarez Alonso played 323 matches with Real Oviedo.

How many games did Paulo Bento play for Real Oviedo?
Paulo Bento played a total of 145 matches with the carbayón club.

How many official matches did Esteban Suárez play for Real Oviedo?
Esteban Suárez played 256 official matches with Real Oviedo.

Who is the current president of Real Oviedo?
The current president of Real Oviedo is Martin Pelaez.

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