After a devastating injury saga that saw him undergo 11 operations and face the possibility of never walking again, Santi Cazorla defied expectations by scoring a crucial goal for Real Oviedo, leading them to the La Liga play-off final. The former Arsenal midfielder, now 40, made an impact shortly after coming off the bench, demonstrating his lasting skill and commitment to the game. Cazorla's journey reflects his passion for football and his desire to contribute to his boyhood club, aiming to elevate Oviedo back to the top division after a long absence.
Eight years after being told he should be satisfied if he could walk again, 40-year-old former Arsenal midfielder Santi Cazorla scored the goal that put boyhood club Real Oviedo into the La Liga play-off final.
Cazorla, a two-time European champion with Spain, spent six years at Arsenal and made 180 appearances before leaving in 2018, having suffered with injuries.
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