In November last year a national survey showed that almost 60% of Spaniards felt “discouraged or pessimistic” about the cost of living, with 23% reporting feelings of depression or anxiety. The cost of living crisis may not be as acute as it was a year or two ago, but it remains a hugely pressing issue for most households.

UD Lanzarote went into the Spanish Christmas break on the 18th December with a 4-1 home win versus Tenerife side CD Buzanada sending them to the top of the league. Life looked great...but shocking news was just about to unfold. Ian lane reports.