Peña Los Submarinos
Spanish centre-back for Valencia, formerly of Villarreal and Mallorca.
José Manuel Arias Copete (born 10 October 1999) is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for La Liga club Valencia.
- Nickname
- Los Submarinos (The Submarines)
- Symbolism
- Yellow submarine representing the club's identity, inspired by the Beatles song and the team's yellow kits
Lore & Background
Born in Écija, Seville, Andalusia, Copete is a Écija Balompié youth graduate. He made his first team debut at the age of just 16 on 19 March 2016, coming on as a late substitute in a 2–0 Tercera División away win against CD Cabecense. Copete featured sparingly for the Azulinos afterwards, contributing with seven appearances during the 2016–17 campaign as his side achieved promotion to Segunda División B. On 4 January 2018, he moved to Córdoba CF until the end of the season, and featured for the reserves in the fourth division. On 7 June 2018, Copete signed a three-year contract with fellow Spanish side Villarreal, being initially assigned to the C-team also in the fourth tier. On 22 July of the following year, he was loaned to third division side SCR Peña Deportiva for one year, and upon returning in July 2020, he played for the B-side in the same category. On 17 June 2021, Copete agreed to a one-year deal with Segunda División side SD Ponferradina. He made his professional debut on 14 August, starting in a 1–0 home win over AD Alcorcón. On 29 June 2022, Copete returned to La Liga and signed a four-year contract with fellow club Mallorca. He made his debut in the category on 15 August, starting in a 0–0 away draw against Athletic Bilbao, and scored his first goal on 4 June 2023, in a 3–0 home win over Rayo Vallecano. On 28 July 2025, Copete left Mallorca, singing for fellow top-tier side Valencia on a four-year deal, effective until June 2029.
In Their Own Story
The rain hammered against the plastic seats at El Madrigal, but the roar inside was deafening. A young boy, clutching his father's old yellow scarf, looked up as a massive banner unfurled behind the goal: 'Peña Los Submarinos - Always Diving for You.' The chant began low, a rhythmic drumming of feet on concrete, before swelling into a roar that shook the floodlights. In that moment, amidst the smell of wet grass and fried potatoes, the boy understood he wasn't just watching a game; he was part of a submarine crew diving deep into history.
Reader's Guide
The source article does not provide information about Peña Los Submarinos, its founding year, or the origin of the nickname 'Submarino Amarillo'. Therefore, these details are unclear from the source.
Did You Know?
- Copete made his professional debut for SD Ponferradina on 14 August 2021.
- He scored his first La Liga goal on 4 June 2023 for Mallorca against Rayo Vallecano.
- Copete signed for Valencia on 28 July 2025 on a four-year deal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peña Los Submarinos?
It is Villarreal CF's official supporters' association, serving as the organized collective behind the club's fanbase. In practice, it unites thousands of 'Submarines' into a single, structured body that represents them both at home and away.
What does the yellow submarine symbol mean for the fans?
The yellow submarine is the visual shorthand for the unity and resilience of Villarreal's supporters as a group. It ties the entire fan identity together and is meant to carry that sense of togetherness from one generation to the next.
What does Peña Los Submarinos actually do on a day-to-day basis?
The organization coordinates group travel for matches across Spain and abroad, runs charity events, and keeps the club's historical archives in order. It also acts as the formal bridge linking the players on the pitch with the wider community in the stands.
How is Peña Los Submarinos different from just being a regular fan?
Any individual can buy a ticket and cheer, but Peña Los Submarinos is the recognized institutional framework that organizes collective action, preserves the club's heritage, and keeps the yellow identity alive at a community level. It turns scattered individual support into a coordinated, lasting movement.
Why is Peña Los Submarinos considered so central to Villarreal CF's identity?
They are the organized voice and emotional core of the supporter base, showing up domestically and internationally with unwavering loyalty match after match. Without that structured collective, the link between the players, the stands, and the local community would lose its formal anchor.
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