Real Oviedo receives Oviedo’s Gold Medal on its centenary

On July 10, 2026, Real Oviedo was honored with the city’s Gold Medal, marking a hundred years of presence in La Liga and local life. Vice‑president Manuel Paredes and institutional relations chief César Martín collected the award at a ceremony that highlighted the club‑city symbiosis.

What does the Gold Medal mean for the club?

The distinction, granted in 2026, celebrates the team’s centenary and places the club among a select group of institutions that have shown an “honoured and respected” relationship with the capital. Paredes said, “our fans are the true deserving recipients of this Gold Medal,” emphasizing that the club’s heartbeat relies on Oviedo supporters, both in Asturias and worldwide.

How does the club describe its bond with the city?

In his speech, the vice‑president linked Oviedo’s history with the team’s, noting that the values of loyalty and sacrifice that define the city are the same that have allowed the club to “rise, endure and move forward.” He added that the club belongs to the people and that the crest feels like an extension of the Carlos Tartiere home.

What are Real Oviedo’s plans for the future?

Looking toward the second century, the club reaffirmed its desire to grow under ambition and stability, while keeping its roots intact. Paredes closed the event with an emotional “Hala Oviedo, always,” promising to keep writing history alongside Ovietans and fans who, from any corner of the globe, keep the blue spirit alive.

What is the message for the fans?

The core message was gratitude: the supporters never stopped believing, even in the toughest moments, and their constant backing has been the club’s backbone. The Gold Medal, according to the officials, is both a tribute to the city and a salute to the fans who make Real Oviedo’s continued journey possible.