One year after his autotransplant, UD Las Palmas player Kirian Rodríguez is excited about the final stretch of the season. Following a life experience that has given him a new perspective, the team is in a prime position to compete in the promotion playoffs to the first division, an objective that, while initially direct, is now focused on this new goal.

Rodríguez is unequivocal when discussing the possibility of not achieving promotion. "For me, it would be a failure," he confesses, though he acknowledges that "life goes on." The midfielder reiterates his strong commitment to the club and his desire to return Unión Deportiva de Las Palmas to the top tier of Spanish football, stating, "we are going to fight until the end for it."

Far from feeling pressure as a burden, Kirian describes the current moment as "incredibly fun" and full of "enthusiasm." For him, real pressure lies in "other things" in life, and he believes playing in matches of this magnitude is what "everyone becomes a footballer for." The Canarian player also recalled past experiences, showing his determination to prove that "you can also get promoted through the playoffs."

In a match coinciding with Día de Canarias (Canary Islands Day), Rodríguez has highlighted the importance of unity and "a sense of belonging," emphasizing the role of veteran and local players in conveying this to new signings. "In moments when the team is struggling or when there's a beautiful objective, that's when we all unite the most," he stated, calling for unity heading into the final part of the season.