Athletic Bilbao, officially known as Athletic Club, is a professional football (soccer) club based in Bilbao, Spain. Founded in 1898, it is one of the oldest football clubs in Spain. The team is known for its strong commitment to a policy of fielding players who are either from the Basque Country or who have significant ties to the region, which sets it apart from many other clubs that recruit internationally. Athletic Bilbao’s home matches are played at San Mamés Stadium, and the club has a rich history of success in Spanish football, having won numerous titles including multiple Copa del Rey championships and La Liga titles. The club is also one of the few teams to have never been relegated from the top tier of Spanish football. The team’s colors are red and white, and it has a passionate fan base. Athletic Bilbao’s identity is closely tied to its Basque roots and its emphasis on local talent, making it a unique entity in the world of sports.
Athletic Bilbao faces a critical Europa League match against Roma, needing to overcome a 2-1 first-leg deficit. The team aims to score at least one goal to force extra time,…