It was only a few minutes before midnight when Eibar was able to uncork the champagne. The final whistle of the match at Sánchez Pizjuán (Mallorca's 2-0 defeat against Sevilla) mathematically confirmed what was already virtual. There are two days left until the championship ends and Eibar is already saved. Permanence is a fact. A resounding success.
The fears of just a month ago, when the competition resumed, turned into hugs. Eibar returned from confinement with two points on relegation, with the contracts of several of their key footballers about to expire, with the question of whether a veteran squad would endure the dizzying pace of the atypical League final. Concerns that yesterday flew through the air, just like calculators. They are no longer needed. Eibar will remain among the greats after defeating Espanyol 0-2.
It is the finishing touch to a season of ups and downs in which, once again, Balance He has been able to squeeze the resources of his staff with mastery. This last month has been the best sample, with constant rotations and making use of its entire wardrobe. Finishing off the job four games after his capital player, Orellana, leave the equipment.