Last month, Rafa Benitez was sacked after less than a year in charge of Celta Vigo. The former manager of Valencia, Real Madrid and Liverpool had a very difficult time in charge in Galicia, and after a 4-0 thumping at the Santiago Bernabeu, the decision was made to relieve him of his duties.
Claudio Giraldez was brought up from Celta's B team to take charge until the end of the season, and has had a promising start. Four points from their first three games in charge means that Celta are currently three points clear of the relegation zone, although that is still very precarious at this stage.
Celta is happy with the start of Giraldez as coach, and second Brand, his plan is to continue with him in charge of the first team. This will be the case even if they are relegated, with discussions on extending his contract expected to start in the coming days.
Vigo Celtic They face a massive few weeks in their fight for survival, as they face Las Palmas, Alaves and Villarreal in their next three games, before games against Atletico Madrid and Athletic Club. Giraldez will hope to stay out of trouble, which would mean he continues as La Liga manager for next season.
