Big loss for Spanish football
The news of the death of José María Caneda at the age of 77 has caused deep consternation in the world of football. Caneda, who was president of SD Compostela in the 1990s, has lost his life after a long and courageous battle against cancer.
A charismatic and successful leader
Born in the parish of Amio in Santiago, Caneda became one of the most prominent figures in Spanish football thanks to his successes at the head of SD Compostela. Under his leadership, the club achieved promotion to the First Division, thus marking a golden era for the team.
unforgettable memories
In one of his last interviews, Caneda shared two special moments that he would always remember as president. The first was promotion to the Second Division, in which the team achieved a historic victory against Badajoz. The second was promotion to the First Division, in which Compostela defeated Rayo Vallecano in an exciting match at the Carlos Tartiere in Oviedo.
A legacy in Santiago football
José María Caneda, also known as ‘Presi’, always stated that his fight against cancer was the most important challenge of his life. His dedication and passion for football left an indelible legacy in Compostela and in Galician and Spanish football in general.
