The 2016-17 campaign saw the small-town Armeros of Eibar continue to defy expectations and cement their La Liga status by clinching a spectacular 10th-place finish under the guidance of manager José Luis Mendilibar. Leading the charge was the prolific centre-forward Sergi Enrich, whose 11 goals were a vital contribution in a season built on resilience, a strong home record at Ipurua, and ambitious recruitment. The campaign was immortalized by a historic moment at the Santiago Bernabéu, where Eibar secured a memorable 1-1 draw against European champions Real Madrid, with Fran Rico scoring the club's first-ever goal at that famous stadium. This year, which also saw them reach the Copa del Rey Quarter-finals, remains a defining chapter of the club's incredible modern history in the Spanish top flight.