Deportivo La Coruna is surrounded by protests: the Federation of Fan Clubs, the Riazor Blues and the Old Faces announced a rally against ticket price hikes and new conditions in the Marathon Inferior stand. The meeting, held on June 20 at 20:00 in the Marathon Tower, gathered around a thousand supporters who voiced their anger.

What are the supporters demanding?

The three groups signed a letter on Tuesday denouncing eleven rules that, in their view, "would cause the disappearance of Riazor's soul." They argue that the increase in season tickets, ranging from €130 to €235, and the mandatory restrictive clauses amount to "intolerable discrimination." They also urge members not to renew their cards until the club provides a positive response.

Why has the controversy erupted now?

The club defends the clauses as a protective measure for over 4,000 fans against possible sanctions and closures, amid the Antiviolence threat to shut the stadium for a month after a proposed sanction following promotion. The Spanish Football Federation has not yet made a final decision. Meanwhile, protesters placed banners with slogans like "O Dépor somos nós" around the stadium.

How does this impact the current season?

Deportivo La Coruna sits second in Segunda División with 77 points, 22 wins, 11 draws and 9 losses from 42 games, and is on a recent run of LWWWW. The side has scored 65 goals and conceded 44, holding a +21 goal difference. However, the latest result was a 1-2 loss to Las Palmas on May 31, raising concerns among fans about the club's direction.

What’s next for the supporters?

The groups announced that the demonstration will take place next week, though the exact time and venue are still to be decided. They are also consulting lawyers and associations to strengthen their legal stance. Meanwhile, pressure on Deportivo La Coruna’s board mounts, and fans continue to demand to be treated as people, not just numbers.