Málaga CF coach Juan Francisco Funes will be responsible for delivering the announcement for the Feria de Málaga 2026. The event will take place on Saturday, August 15 at the Real Cortijo de Torres.
Málaga CF coach Juan Francisco Funes has been appointed as the announcer for the Feria de Málaga 2026. The city's mayor, Francisco de la Torre, announced the decision this Sunday through a video shared on his social media. The event will be held on Saturday, August 15 at 21:00 at the Real Cortijo de Torres fairgrounds, where the festivities will officially begin.
Funes' selection was not the result of an internal decision by the City Council. As the mayor explained, the coach's name emerged from an informal online consultation, where residents of Málaga could leave their suggestions in the comments. The public response was overwhelming: Funes received the majority of support, far ahead of other names that were also mentioned, such as artists Ana Mena and Delaossa, content creators IlloJuan and Carliyoelnervio, or Málaga footballers Chupete and David Larrubia.
De la Torre justified the appointment by highlighting the affection the city has shown towards the coach and the club's sports project. In his message, the mayor directly linked the designation to the comments received in the consultation, which reflected, in his view, the majority support from fans. The decision has been well received on municipal social media profiles, where many Málaga CF supporters have celebrated the choice.
The profile of the chosen one has surprised some sectors, as the announcement for the Feria usually goes to artists, writers, or figures from the cultural world. However, Funes' recent trajectory has made him a highly recognisable figure in Málaga. The coach, originally from Loja (Granada), has led the return of the blue and white team to the First Division, a milestone that the City Council describes as historic and that has significantly boosted his popularity in the city.
Funes, who took on the role with satisfaction, has already confirmed his participation. In the conversation he had with the mayor after learning of the decision, he accepted the responsibility and stated that it is an honour and a pleasure for him. He also wanted to send a message to the people of Málaga, inviting them to meet at the Cortijo de Torres on the night of August 15.
Funes' selection brings together two of the most exciting topics in the city: the sporting success of Málaga CF and the preparation for the Feria, one of the largest events in Andalucía. The announcement will lead to a celebration featuring music, booths, and traditions, gathering thousands of people at the fairgrounds. For the residents of the province, the news provides an additional incentive: the coach who has restored hope to the team will also be the voice that inaugurates the festivities.
The City Council has reminded that the Feria de Málaga is one of the most anticipated events on the Andalusian calendar, and the announcement will mark the official start of the celebrations. The date and location are already set, and expectations are high, both for the protagonist and for the programming that will be revealed in the coming months.
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