ShopThe return of Rodrigo Salinas to Artaleku to rekindle a historic family rivalry
The mystique of Artaleku, the leadership of the Liga NEXUS ENERGÍA ASOBAL at stake, the perfect winning streak of IRUDEK Bidasoa Irun, and the moment of Cajasol Sevilla BM. Proin, who has strung together two consecutive away victories. The professional competition will experience one of the most special clashes of the 26/27 season this Saturday, defending its status from a list of top-level incentives, within the framework of the equality and competitiveness that define the ASOBAL circuit. Tangible and intangible, with Rodrigo and Esteban Salinas under the big spotlight of the spectacle, leading the section of the main protagonists of the game.
The Chilean international brothers will face each other again on the 40x20 of the Liga NEXUS ENERGÍA ASOBAL for the first time since the 2022/2023 season, reviving the rivalry of two of the most influential foreign players in the recent history of the elite of Spanish men's club handball. ?It?s always tough to play against your brother, although we have done it several times and we both have quite a bit of experience in this. We played many years together in Irún and also faced each other when he was in Benidorm and, later, for three years in Granollers. So we have that half accepted already,? explains Rodrigo in statements to Cajasol Sevilla BM. Proin, who returns to the cathedral of IRUDEK Bidasoa Irun after nine seasons wearing the yellow jersey, now as a key figure in Antonio García?s project.
Left-handed and right-handed, two players and two parallel 13-season careers within the ASOBAL circuit that meet again in an exceptional setting. ?When we are on the court, we give each other a lot, because we are both very competitive. We both want to win and always want the best for our teams. The ones who suffer the most are the parents. They, who watch us from the outside, from the stands, are always there with divided hearts. They wish the best for both of us and always want a draw, but we don?t,? points out the Cajasol Sevilla BM. Proin player.
