Athletic Club, based in Bilbao, Spain, is renowned for its rich football heritage and unique player policy. Founded in 1898, the club is a pillar of Basque identity and football, known for its cantera policy of fielding only Basque players. Athletic boasts eight La Liga titles and a record 24 Copa del Rey victories, making it one of Spain’s most successful clubs. Playing at the San Mamés Stadium, nicknamed “Los Leones,” Athletic’s fierce rivalries include the Basque derby with Real Sociedad and historic clashes with Real Madrid and Barcelona. The club’s dedication to local talent and its consistent presence in La Liga underline its enduring legacy.
Team Information
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Athletic Club |
| Nickname(s) | Lehoiak (The Lions), Zuri-gorriak (The Red and Whites) |
| Founded | 18 July 1898; 126 years ago |
| Ground | Estadio San Mamés |
| Capacity | 53,289 |
| President | Jon Uriarte |
| Head Coach | Ernesto Valverde |
| League | La Liga |
| 2023–24 Season | La Liga, 5th of 20 |
Athletic Bilbao In La Liga (Last 10 Years)
| Year | Position | Points | Manager | Top Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023–24 | 5th | 63 | Ernesto Valverde | Nico Williams (11 goals) |
| 2022–23 | 7th | 59 | Ernesto Valverde | Iñaki Williams (12 goals) |
| 2021–22 | 8th | 55 | Marcelino García | Iñaki Williams (10 goals) |
| 2020–21 | 10th | 46 | Marcelino García | Iñaki Williams (9 goals) |
| 2019–20 | 11th | 51 | Gaizka Garitano | Iñaki Williams (15 goals) |
| 2018–19 | 8th | 53 | Eduardo Berizzo | Iñaki Williams (14 goals) |
| 2017–18 | 16th | 43 | José Ángel Ziganda | Aritz Aduriz (15 goals) |
| 2016–17 | 7th | 63 | Ernesto Valverde | Aritz Aduriz (16 goals) |
| 2015–16 | 5th | 64 | Ernesto Valverde | Aritz Aduriz (20 goals) |
| 2014–15 | 7th | 55 | Ernesto Valverde | Aritz Aduriz (26 goals) |
| 2013–14 | 4th | 70 | Ernesto Valverde | Aritz Aduriz (18 goals) |
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