Carolina Holguin's Message to Lionel Messi Following Eldense Takeover

The former president of Eldense, Carolina Holguin, has made a heartfelt appeal to Lionel Messi after the football legend took over the Spanish second-division club. Holguin, who recently stepped down, urged Messi to honour the club’s rich 105-year history and inspire the local community.

End of an Era at Estadio Municipal Nuevo Pepico Amat

Holguin’s departure marks the close of her tenure at the historic stadium following Messi’s purchase of the club. Since acquiring shares from Pascual Perez in October 2025, she played a key role in helping the men’s team return to La Liga while also supporting growth in the women’s team and youth academy. She encouraged fans to warmly welcome Messi from his very first day as owner.

Confident Handover to Football’s Biggest Star

In an official farewell statement, Holguin expressed pride and peace of mind passing control to Messi, calling it "an enormous source of pride." She added a direct plea: "Take care of it, respect what it means to its people and, above all, bring big dreams to Elda."

Challenges Faced and Optimism for the Future

Holguin’s presidency involved tough decisions aimed at safeguarding the club’s financial stability, some of which were unpopular. Reflecting on those times, she acknowledged the complexity and difficulty of many moves but believes that the future looks bright with Messi at the helm. She described him as the greatest living legend in football.

Upcoming Match Focus: Eldense vs. Eibar

As Eldense enters a new chapter, attention turns back to the pitch. The team currently sits 16th in the Segunda Division after earning just five points from five matches. Their upcoming home game against Eibar will be crucial to climbing away from the relegation zone under new leadership.

• Competition: Segunda Division
• Home Team: Eldense (ELD)
• Date & Time: 19 Sept 2026, 19:30
• Away Team: Eibar (EIB)

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• Date & Time: 21 Sept 2026, 02:00