Goalkeeper José Antonio Caro was voted the most valuable player for UD Las Palmas in their match against Leganés. According to the club's official site, Caro received 30% of the fan vote following a series of key interventions this weekend.
His most important save came in the dying minutes of the game, securing at least a point for the Canary Islands side. Iñaki González finished second in the polling with 25% of the support, followed by forward Taisei Miyashiro, who got 19%. The #MvpVGL award is sponsored by the company VGL Gestión y Tramitación.
How did the MVP voting unfold?
The poll was conducted among supporters via the club's digital channels. José Antonio Caro received 112 of the votes cast. Iñaki González gathered 91, while Taisei Miyashiro earned 72. The other nominated players were midfielder Iván Jaime, with 52 votes (14%), and defender Valentín Pezzolesi, who got 43 (12%).
This is the first time this season a goalkeeper has won the distinction. Miyashiro had been the MVP in the three previous matchdays, against Albacete, Ceuta, and Girona. Complete team performance data is available on our stats page.
What is Caro's role in the senior squad?
The keeper, a native of Huelva, has established himself as a key piece in the yellow goal. His performance against Leganés reflects the defensive solidity the team needs to aim for higher objectives. At 27 years old, Caro brings experience and security to a defensive line looking to improve its numbers.
The UD Las Palmas squad, which you can review on our team list, has several options in goal. However, Caro's interventions have given him a strong case to remain as the starter. His contract with the club runs until June 2028.
How is the 2026-2027 season going?
The Canarian team has completed its first four official matches of the campaign. After the draw with Leganés, the side has a total of five points. They sit in the middle of the standings, four points from the promotion places. The evolution of the championship can be followed on the league table.
Taisei Miyashiro leads the club's internal scoring chart with three goals. The Japanese forward was MVP in matchdays one, two, and three, with voting percentages of 45%, 79%, and 52% respectively. The weekly voting system rewards consistency and immediate impact on the result.
What's next for UD Las Palmas?
The team's immediate schedule features an away match next Saturday. The opponent will be Real Oviedo, at the Carlos Tartiere stadium. This fixture represents another test for the solidity shown by Caro and the defense. All information on upcoming commitments is in the fixtures section.
The next MVP vote will open after the final whistle in Oviedo. The winner will join the list currently headed by Miyashiro and now featuring José Antonio Caro.
