Senegal Star Fires Back: I’m Playing for a Dirty Club!

Background and Backlash

Rio Vallecano, the Spanish club, faced sharp backlash on social media for not honoring its midfielder Bati Siss after he helped Senegal lift the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

During Rio's match against Osasuna on Saturday in the 21st round of La Liga, observers noted the absence of any tribute to the Senegalese star.

One X user vented that Rio Vallecano isn't a club known for honoring continental champions; today they had a great chance to honor Bati Siss, AFCON 2025 champion, but they did not offer that gesture. What a dirty club.

Bati Siss himself reposted the tweet, a move seen as a direct attack on the club and fueling questions about his relationship with management and the squad's mood.

Impact and Outlook

The incident drew massive sympathy from fans and media, at a time Vallecano is having a tough season, sitting in 15th place in La Liga.

Siss has been a key part of the squad this season, featuring in 22 matches across all competitions, with 1 goal and 2 assists.

Reaction from supporters suggests pressure on the club to acknowledge players who win international honors, while Vallecano eyes a turnaround to avoid relegation trouble.

Final note: some light humor to close things out, because sports drama tastes better with a smile.

Punchline 1: If trophies were edible, Rio Vallecano would still serve them cold.

Punchline 2: They say actions speak louder than trophies — apparently Vallecano prefers a quiet bench and an even louder silence.