The leaders of Cádiz CF recently met with representatives from Carranza Incumple. According to the club, the discussions took place "in a very cordial atmosphere" and allowed both parties to share their views regarding the process of renaming the Nuevo Mirandilla back to Estadio Carranza.

Restoring identity despite Francoist associations

Carranza Incumple, a platform created in August, represents citizens and residents of Cádiz who oppose the name change back to Carranza. The previous name, Nuevo Mirandilla, was adopted to comply with Spain's Historical Memory Law, which seeks to remove public symbols linked to the Francoist regime. Ramón de Carranza, after whom the stadium was originally named, was deemed a controversial figure due to his ties to Francisco Franco's dictatorship.

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The push to restore the stadium’s former name came from Cádiz CF itself. The club argued that Carranza is an essential part of its identity and history, as well as of the city of Cádiz. Following this reasoning, and with widespread public support, the local authorities in Cádiz decided to move forward with the renaming. Additionally, both the stadium and the annual football tournament hosted by Cádiz CF will now bear the Carranza name, despite its contentious association with the former mayor.

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Cádiz welcomes dialogue

The decision to revert to the Carranza name has sparked a variety of reactions, especially among the club's fanbase and broader Cádiz community. While some welcome the move as a step towards restoring local tradition, others view it negatively. Among those in opposition is Carranza Incumple, which claims that the restoration of the Carranza name is a serious affront to memory, social cohesion, and democracy. The group insists that honoring a figure with such controversial political ties undermines the spirit of reconciliation that Spain has been striving for in recent years.

During the meeting with the club’s authorities, Carranza Incumple voiced their concerns about the renaming process, emphasizing their perspective on the potential implications. They argued that the change risks reopening old wounds from Spain’s Francoist past. The platform advocates for the stadium to be given a neutral name, unconnected to any individual, thereby ensuring it reflects modern values of inclusivity and democratic principles.

Cádiz CF, on its part, was open to listening to all viewpoints. The club reiterated its willingness to engage in constructive dialogue with all stakeholders and acknowledged the sensitivity of the issue. Both sides agreed to meet again in the near future to continue discussing the matter and to explore possible alternative solutions. The meeting marked the beginning of what could be a longer negotiation process, with Carranza Incumple remaining firm in their stance for a name that does not divide the community.

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This ongoing debate reflects the broader challenge Spain faces as it grapples with its historical memory. While some see the renaming of public spaces as a necessary step to move forward from its dictatorial past, others believe that certain names, such as Carranza, should be preserved as part of local heritage, even if the figures they commemorate are controversial. For now, Cádiz CF's openness to dialogue offers a potential path toward resolving the conflict, but whether the name change will ultimately stand remains to be seen.