Athletic Bilbao, officially known as Athletic Club is a professional football team based in Bilbao. A city in the Basque Country in northern Spain. The club was founded in 1898 and is one of the oldest and most historic teams in Spanish football.

Athletic Bilbao is widely recognized for its unique philosophy of using only players who are either born in the Basque Country have Basque heritage. Or were train in Basque football academies. This tradition, known as the “cantera policy,” is a source of great pride for the club and its supporters. Despite this restriction, the team has remained competitive in Spain’s top division.สมัคร UFABET วันนี้ รับเครดิตฟรีสำหรับสมาชิกใหม่ 

The club plays in La Liga, the highest division of Spanish football and is one of only three clubs. Along with Real Madrid and FC Barcelona—to have never relegated from the top tier since its inception.

Athletic Bilbao’s home stadium is the San Mamés Stadium. Often referred to as “La Catedral” due to its historic and passionate atmosphere. The stadium holds over 50,000 spectators and is one of the most iconic football venues in Europe.

The club has won numerous domestic titles, including 8 La Liga championships and 24 Copa del Rey trophies. Making it one of the most successful teams in Spanish football history. Athletic Bilbao also regularly qualifies for European competitions such as the UEFA Europa League.

Athletic Club is not just a football team—it represents Basque identity, tradition, and community spirit. Its loyalty to regional values and consistent presence in top-level football have earn it respect from fans around the world.