Deportivo La Coruña: Aubameyang scores on his big return to La Liga

17.08.26 FT LaLiga Spain

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Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang wasted no time making his mark for Deportivo La Coruña. In his very first official match in the Galician club's colors, and on the occasion of his return to Spain's top flight, the Gabonese striker found the back of the net against Elche. His goal put Deportivo temporarily ahead 1-0, before the visitors equalized in the final quarter of an hour.

Starting in this opening round of La Liga, Aubameyang showed all his experience as a goal scorer. At 37 years old, the Gabonese forward controlled the ball perfectly before following up with a high-quality strike to score Deportivo's first goal in this new top-flight adventure.

This goal also carries a symbolic weight. It marks Deportivo La Coruña's first goal in La Liga since 2018, the last year the Galician club featured in the Spanish championship before a long spell in the lower divisions.

Aubameyang's return to Spain thus takes on a special significance. After playing at the highest level in several European leagues, the former FC Barcelona striker is back in La Liga with the ambition of leading Deportivo on their journey back among the elite.

A choice inspired by the memories of "Súper Dépor"

Aubameyang joined Deportivo at 37, drawn in part by the club's history and memories of the legendary "Súper Dépor" era that marked his childhood. The Gabonese star now embarks on this new chapter in a place steeped in football heritage, eager to bring his experience to a team returning to the top flight after several years away.

His debut already confirmed what Deportivo expects from him: efficiency, experience, and that ability to make the difference in crucial moments. Even though Elche managed to draw level, Aubameyang instantly made an impression on his La Liga comeback.

At 37, the former Gabon international proves his finishing instincts are still razor-sharp. For Deportivo, his goal is above all a promising first signal as they reconnect with Spanish top-tier football.

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