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Àngel Fortuño: "I want to succeed at Espanyol, it's my home"
GolghorBD·13 July 2026
Espanyol goalkeeper Àngel Fortuño has spoken of his love for the club and his aim for success.
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Àngel Fortuño: "I want to succeed at Espanyol, it's my home"
Àngel Fortuño, a goalkeeper, rose from RCD Espanyol's academy to play in the club's first team. He joined the club at the age of 6 and recently renewed his contract until 2030. His debut match was on 11 February 2026, which was a special moment for him.
Why this matters
Àngel Fortuño's desire to succeed at RCD Espanyol reflects his deep love for the club's history and culture. As he came up from the club's academy and got a chance to play in the first team, it was a proud moment not only for him, but for the club as well. Such commitment and passion inspires future generations of players at the club.
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Àngel Fortuño, goalkeeper of RCD Espanyol, sits at the Velissima restaurant in Barcelona (Passeig de Joan Borbó 103, Ciutat Vella, Barcelona) Unai Vera Sánchez
"I want to succeed at Espanyol, it's my home" — with this sentence Àngel Fortuño makes clear his love for the club and his aim to succeed at Espanyol. He joined the club at the age of 6 and recently renewed his contract with the club until 2030. He spent most of his time in the club's academy before getting a chance to play in the first team. His debut was a special moment for the first division. It was a dream come true to play in the jersey of my favorite club, at home and in front of the fans. The debut match was against Real Sociedad. The match was on 11 February 2026. "It was a moment of fulfillment," he said.
"Manol (manager) informed me two or three days before that I will play. It was a bit nervous, but naturally, I was mentally prepared for the match," he said. His first phone call after learning of his debut was to his parents. "I call them after training. Then I call my friends and my girlfriend."
Another reason why his debut is special for Fortuno is that the club he is playing for is not an unknown club for him. Having joined the club at the age of six, he has been a staunch supporter of the club. He said, “When I was younger I was never left out of club games. I always went to the stadium.” "I have one memory at home (stadium) that we beat Barcelona in a cup match (Copa del Rey). I will never forget the memory of that match."
He never moved to another club on his way from the Fortuno club's academy to the first team. So his debut was a special moment for the club. He said, “When you dream of growing up as a child, it seems so far away. But when you slowly grow up, it doesn't seem so far away."
However, there was a lot of competition for Fortuno to play in the club's first team. He has to compete with a talented goalkeeper such as Joan Garcia. "Both of us have helped each other improve," he said.
The 2025–26 season was one of many ups and downs for Fortuno. The season started off great, but slowly started to deteriorate. He said, "We played well in the first phase, but in the second phase we had to play and survive."
"Roca, Salinas, Miguel — we have a pretty good relationship," he said when asked how the relationship between Fortuno and the other young players in the dressing room was.
Fortuno is a very attractive personality in the goalkeeper position but also off the field. He said, “I am a very ordinary person. I like to spend time with my friends, I like to relax at home.” “I don't listen to much music, I prefer watching series or films. If you tell me a film saga (series), I will say Harry Potter. I wish I could watch the Harry Potter films a thousand times over.”
If Fortuno hadn't been a footballer, he said, "I would have been doing something with the police or the fire department." But he is a footballer and especially a footballer of Espanyol. He wants to keep an eye on the national team as a long-term goal. He said, “Every footballer dreams of playing in the national team. But it's important for me to focus on improvement now."
At the end he said, “I am in the club till 2030. My goal is to play here, I want to be in the first XI."
What happens next
Fortuño's success comes at an important time for RCD Espanyol, as the club looks to strengthen its position in Liga Pro football. Based on his performance, he may get more opportunities in the future and become a key player for the club. Also, his experience and leadership can be a valuable asset to the younger players.
Frequently Asked Questions
What did Àngel Fortuño say?
Àngel Fortuño said, 'I want to succeed at Espanyol, it's my home.'
When did Àngel Fortuño renew his contract with the club?
Àngel Fortuño recently renewed his contract with the club until 2030.
When was Angel Fortuño's debut match?
Àngel Fortuño's debut match was on 11 February 2026 against Real Sociedad.
Why does Àngel Fortuño consider his debut as a special moment?
Àngel Fortuño considers his debut as a special moment because it was the chance to play at his favorite club and in front of the fans.
How many years did Àngel Fortuño spend in the club's academy?
Àngel Fortuño has spent all his time in the club's academy, starting after joining the club at the age of six.
