[{"team":{"id":50105,"name":"Deportivo Alavés","short_name":"Alavés","tla_name":"ALA","type":"club","gender":"male","status":"active","official_name":"Deportivo Alavés","founded":1921,"colors":"Blue,White","nicknames":"Babazorros,El Glorioso","createdAt":"2024-11-05T10:36:11.347Z","updatedAt":"2025-08-11T20:33:21.333Z","website":"http://www.alaves.com","address":"Mendizorroza, Paseo Cervantes, s/n","address_city":"Vitoria","address_zip":"01007","locale":"en","stb_id":"deportivo-alaves","tier":null,"description":null,"top_position":null,"history_and_foundation":"## All about the club «Alaves»\n\nThis is a **professional football club**, founded in **1921**. The team is based in the city of **Vitoria-Gasteiz**, which is in the **north of Spain**, in the heart of the **Basque Country**. Despite the **modest status** and periodic appearances in the **Segunda**, the club forever wrote its name in the history of **European football** thanks to reaching the **2001 UEFA Cup final**.\n\n> \"That's when the whole world learned that Alaves is not just a team from the province, but a team with character that can create sensations.\"\n","sporting_achievements":"## The history of Alaves: the path from an unknown club to the final of the UEFA Cup\n\n**\"Alavés\"** appeared on the football map of Spain **January 23, 1921**. The first decades were difficult - the club mainly played in **regional leagues** and did not have a stable place in the **Primera**. The team made its way to the elite for the first time in **1930**, but did not stay there for long.\n\n**The real breakthrough** happened at the end of the **90s**, when the club experienced its **first \"golden decade\"**. In the **1999/2000** season, **Alavés** finished in **sixth place in La Liga**, which made it possible to enter the **European Cups** for the first time in history.\n\n**And the very next season** the Basques created a **real fairy tale**, reaching the **UEFA Cup final**. Along the way, they knocked out the likes of **Inter and Kaiserslautern**, and in the decisive match against **Liverpool** they made the opponent nervous, only losing in extra time with the score **4:5**.\n\n> \"Then there were years of decline, financial problems and even relegation to the third division. But the club gradually revived.\"\n\nIn **2016** returned to **La Liga**. And already in **2017** he reminded himself again, reaching the **final of the Spanish Cup**, where he lost to **Barcelona**.","club_identity":"## Alavesa Stadium\n\nThe club's home arena is **\"Mendisorrosa\"**, one of the **oldest stadiums in Spain**, opened in **1924**. It is located in **Vitoria-Gasteiz** and holds a little more than **19 thousand spectators**.\n\n**The main feature of the stadium** is **incredible atmosphere**. **Basque fans** do not just support the team, but **literally live every match**. There are no **\"plastic\" fans** - only **real fans** who believe in their team even in the worst of times.\n\n> \"Mendisorrosa has gone through several renovations, and the last one in 2019 made the stadium even more modern.\"\n\n**But the main thing remained unchanged** – when the stands explode after the goal of **Alavés**, it **cannot be confused with anything**.\n\n## Achievements of Alaves\n\n**Alavés** doesn't have a cupboard full of trophies, but there are **moments that are more important than any cups**:\n\n* **UEFA Cup Final (2000/01)** is an incredible story that made the club **famous throughout the world**.\n* **Final of the Spanish Cup (2016/17)** is another proof that **Alavés** can fight even with the **strongest**.\n* **Sixth place in La Liga (1999/2000)** – the best season in the Spanish championship, which opened **the door to European cups**.\n\n> \"This club doesn't have the La Liga or Champions League titles, but it has the respect it has earned for its struggles on the pitch.\"","current_status_and_future":"## Legendary players: who made Alaves' name\n\nMany interesting football players played for this club, but some left the **brightest trace** in history:\n\n1. **Herman Burgos** is a charismatic **Argentine goalkeeper** who became a wall for opponents in **the best years of the club**.\n\n2. **Javi Moreno** is the team's top scorer in the **2001 UEFA Cup final**, the author of **two goals against Liverpool**.\n\n3. **Cosmin Kontra** – **Romanian defender**, who not only played reliably in defense, but was also an important part of **attacking actions**.\n\n4. **Ibay Gomez** is one of the **most favorite players** among the fans, who returned to the club even after leaving.\n\n## Interesting facts about Alaves: what makes it special\n\n* **Hero of the Europa League that no one expected** – before the start of the **2000/01** season, no one believed that **Alavés** could reach the **UEFA Cup final**. But the club proved that **anything is possible in football**.\n\n* **One of the most emotional finals** in the history of European Cups - **4:5 against Liverpool** in **2001** became one of the **most heated finals** in the entire history of the tournament.\n\n* **Never Give Up** – In **2017**, **Alavés** eliminated **Celta** in the **2017** semifinals of the **Cup of Spain**, scoring a **winning goal in the final minutes**.\n\n* **The only club** to use the **white and blue vertical striped kit** in **La Liga** - a stylish distinction that is hard to miss.\n\n* **From relegation to European Cups** – in **1995** **Alavés** was in the **third division**, and **five years later** was already playing in the **UEFA Cup**.\n\n> \"Alavés is proof that true greatness is measured not by the number of trophies, but by the strength of the spirit and the ability to create history.\"\n\n**It is worth noting** that **Alavés** remains a **symbol of football romance**, proving that even **modest clubs** can **write great stories**. Will the team be able to **repeat the fairy tale of 2001**? One thing is certain — the **Mendisorrosa spirit** and **Basque character** make **Alavés** a special place where **dreams come true** and **small clubs** can **challenge the giants**. This is a team that **reminds** that in football **the most important thing** is not money, but **heart and faith**.","stb_internal_id":"0192fbe5-6eba-706a-b076-f68a71383e15","overrides":null,"has_social_media_links":true,"has_social_media_relations":true,"has_membership_relations":true,"has_matches":true,"has_article_relations":false,"history_and_foundation_html":"

All about the club «Alaves»

This is a professional football club, founded in 1921. The team is based in the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz, which is in the north of Spain, in the heart of the Basque Country. Despite the modest status and periodic appearances in the Segunda, the club forever wrote its name in the history of European football thanks to reaching the 2001 UEFA Cup final.

\n
\"That's when the whole world learned that Alaves is not just a team from the province, but a team with character that can create sensations.\"
\n

\n","sporting_achievements_html":"

The history of Alaves: the path from an unknown club to the final of the UEFA Cup

\"Alavés\" appeared on the football map of Spain January 23, 1921. The first decades were difficult - the club mainly played in regional leagues and did not have a stable place in the Primera. The team made its way to the elite for the first time in 1930, but did not stay there for long.

The real breakthrough happened at the end of the 90s, when the club experienced its first \"golden decade\". In the 1999/2000 season, Alavés finished in sixth place in La Liga, which made it possible to enter the European Cups for the first time in history.

And the very next season the Basques created a real fairy tale, reaching the UEFA Cup final. Along the way, they knocked out the likes of Inter and Kaiserslautern, and in the decisive match against Liverpool they made the opponent nervous, only losing in extra time with the score 4:5.

\n
\"Then there were years of decline, financial problems and even relegation to the third division. But the club gradually revived.\"
\n

In 2016 returned to La Liga. And already in 2017 he reminded himself again, reaching the final of the Spanish Cup, where he lost to Barcelona.

\n","club_identity_html":"

Alavesa Stadium

The club's home arena is \"Mendisorrosa\", one of the oldest stadiums in Spain, opened in 1924. It is located in Vitoria-Gasteiz and holds a little more than 19 thousand spectators.

The main feature of the stadium is incredible atmosphere. Basque fans do not just support the team, but literally live every match. There are no \"plastic\" fans - only real fans who believe in their team even in the worst of times.

\n
\"Mendisorrosa has gone through several renovations, and the last one in 2019 made the stadium even more modern.\"
\n

But the main thing remained unchanged – when the stands explode after the goal of Alavés, it cannot be confused with anything.

Achievements of Alaves

Alavés doesn't have a cupboard full of trophies, but there are moments that are more important than any cups:

UEFA Cup Final (2000/01) is an incredible story that made the club famous throughout the world.
Final of the Spanish Cup (2016/17) is another proof that Alavés can fight even with the strongest.
Sixth place in La Liga (1999/2000) – the best season in the Spanish championship, which opened the door to European cups.

\n
\"This club doesn't have the La Liga or Champions League titles, but it has the respect it has earned for its struggles on the pitch.\"
\n

\n","current_status_and_future_html":"

Legendary players: who made Alaves' name

Many interesting football players played for this club, but some left the brightest trace in history:

Herman Burgos is a charismatic Argentine goalkeeper who became a wall for opponents in the best years of the club.
\n
Javi Moreno is the team's top scorer in the 2001 UEFA Cup final, the author of two goals against Liverpool.
\n
Cosmin Kontra – Romanian defender, who not only played reliably in defense, but was also an important part of attacking actions.
\n
Ibay Gomez is one of the most favorite players among the fans, who returned to the club even after leaving.
\n

Interesting facts about Alaves: what makes it special

Hero of the Europa League that no one expected – before the start of the 2000/01 season, no one believed that Alavés could reach the UEFA Cup final. But the club proved that anything is possible in football.
\n
One of the most emotional finals in the history of European Cups - 4:5 against Liverpool in 2001 became one of the most heated finals in the entire history of the tournament.
\n
Never Give Up – In 2017, Alavés eliminated Celta in the 2017 semifinals of the Cup of Spain, scoring a winning goal in the final minutes.
\n
The only club to use the white and blue vertical striped kit in La Liga - a stylish distinction that is hard to miss.
\n
From relegation to European Cups – in 1995 Alavés was in the third division, and five years later was already playing in the UEFA Cup.
\n

\n
\"Alavés is proof that true greatness is measured not by the number of trophies, but by the strength of the spirit and the ability to create history.\"
\n

It is worth noting that Alavés remains a symbol of football romance, proving that even modest clubs can write great stories. Will the team be able to repeat the fairy tale of 2001? One thing is certain — the Mendisorrosa spirit and Basque character make Alavés a special place where dreams come true and small clubs can challenge the giants. This is a team that reminds that in football the most important thing is not money, but heart and faith.

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Founded in **1909** in **San Sebastian**, this club has always been **unique**. He experienced **championship triumphs**, years in the **second division**, a return to the elite and again a **struggle for the top**.\n\nThis is a team that **bets on its own**, develops youth, **does not chase high-profile transfers**, but always remains **competitive**. In **La Liga**, it is not just a participant - it is a team that is **respected**.\n\n> \"Real Sociedad is proof that you can be successful in football by staying true to your principles.\"","sporting_achievements":"## History of Real Sociedad\n\nFootball in **San Sebastian** appeared at the beginning of the **XX century**, and already in **1909** the city got its own club - **Real Sociedad**. Its name means **\"Royal Society\"** because the team immediately received the **patronage of King Alfonso XIII**.\n\n**In the first decades** the club did not claim big victories, but was a **stable participant in La Liga**. And then came a **historical moment** – **1980s**. It was the **heyday of Basque football**: **Atlético and Real Sociedad** fought for the championship.\n\n> \"And it was Sociedad that became the champion of Spain twice in a row (1980/81, 1981/82), breaking the hegemony of the Madrid giants.\"\n\n**Those were the times** when the team relied only on **their pets** and showed all of Spain that it is possible to win **without star players**.\n\n**After that** harder times came. The club gradually lost positions, and in **2007** it was even relegated to **Segunda**. However, he returned after **three years** and **doesn't look back**.\n\n**New Golden Page** – **Cup of Spain 2020**. It was a **historic final** – a **Basque derby** against **Atlético**, postponed due to the pandemic. **Real Sociedad** won and showed that they are ready to **fight for trophies** again.","club_identity":"## Real Sociedad Stadium\n\nThe club's home arena is **\"Reale Arena\"** (better known as **\"Anoeta\")**, which holds more than **39 thousand spectators**. Opened in **1993**, it became a **real home** for the club.\n\n**Once she was criticized** - the stands were far from the field, the atmosphere was not felt. But after **reconstruction in 2019** everything changed. The stadium has become **modern, comfortable** and creates **real pressure on opponents**.\n\n## Achievements of Real Sociedad\n\nThe club did not win as much as the **La Liga giants**, but its victories were always **special**:\n\n* **Champion of Spain (2 times)** – **1980/81, 1981/82**.\n* **Spanish Cup (3 times)** – **1909, 1987, 2020**.\n* **Spanish Super Cup (1 time)** – **1982**.","current_status_and_future":"## Famous Real Sociedad players\n\n**Real Sociedad** has always **bet on its own**, and that is why **a lot of legends** have grown up here:\n\n1. **Javier Subisarreta** is one of the **best goalkeepers** in the history of Spanish football.\n\n2. **Luis Arconada** – **a symbol of the championship years**, a goalkeeper who worked wonders in the **80s**.\n\n3. **Alberto Gordon** – the man who was **the engine of that championship team**.\n\n4. **Antoine Griezmann** is the **best example** of how the club educates **stars for world football**.\n\n5. **Mikel Oyarsabal** is a modern captain who is **loyal to the club** and leads it to **new heights**.\n\n## Interesting facts about Real Sociedad\n\n* **One of the few clubs** that for a long time played only **their students** – until **1989** exclusively **Basques** played here.\n\n* **The team that forced La Liga to change the rules** – because of it **the playoffs for the championship** were introduced in the **80s**.\n\n* **Griezmann revealed himself here**, not in France – the future star was **not taken by French clubs**, but his talent was seen in **San Sebastian**.\n\n* The **Basque derby** is one of the **hottest in Spain** – the confrontation with **Atlético** is always full of **emotions**.\n\n* **One of the oldest clubs in La Liga** - more than **100 years of football** at the highest level.\n\n> \"Real Sociedad reminds us that true greatness is not in the amount of money, but in the ability to preserve traditions and nurture talent.\"\n\n**It is worth noting** that **Real Sociedad** remains a **unique example** of how a club can **prosper** while remaining **true to its principles**. Will the team be able to **repeat the championship success of the 80s**? One thing is certain — the **spirit of Real Arena** and the **Basque traditions** make **Real Sociedad** a special place where **young talents** get a **real chance** and **football philosophy** is valued **higher than commercial success**. This is a club that **proves** that in modern football you can still **be yourself** and at the same time **achieve great results**.","stb_internal_id":"0192fbe5-cfc0-7e87-b7de-a1f07a6ceee2","overrides":{"name":"Real Sociedad de Fútbol"},"has_social_media_links":true,"has_social_media_relations":true,"has_membership_relations":true,"has_matches":true,"has_article_relations":false,"history_and_foundation_html":"

About the club Real Sociedad

Real Sociedad is a team that doesn't try to be like everyone else. Founded in 1909 in San Sebastian, this club has always been unique. He experienced championship triumphs, years in the second division, a return to the elite and again a struggle for the top.

This is a team that bets on its own, develops youth, does not chase high-profile transfers, but always remains competitive. In La Liga, it is not just a participant - it is a team that is respected.

\n
\"Real Sociedad is proof that you can be successful in football by staying true to your principles.\"
\n

\n","sporting_achievements_html":"

History of Real Sociedad

Football in San Sebastian appeared at the beginning of the XX century, and already in 1909 the city got its own club - Real Sociedad. Its name means \"Royal Society\" because the team immediately received the patronage of King Alfonso XIII.

In the first decades the club did not claim big victories, but was a stable participant in La Liga. And then came a historical moment – 1980s. It was the heyday of Basque football: Atlético and Real Sociedad fought for the championship.

\n
\"And it was Sociedad that became the champion of Spain twice in a row (1980/81, 1981/82), breaking the hegemony of the Madrid giants.\"
\n

Those were the times when the team relied only on their pets and showed all of Spain that it is possible to win without star players.

After that harder times came. The club gradually lost positions, and in 2007 it was even relegated to Segunda. However, he returned after three years and doesn't look back.

New Golden Page – Cup of Spain 2020. It was a historic final – a Basque derby against Atlético, postponed due to the pandemic. Real Sociedad won and showed that they are ready to fight for trophies again.

\n","club_identity_html":"

Real Sociedad Stadium

The club's home arena is \"Reale Arena\" (better known as \"Anoeta\"), which holds more than 39 thousand spectators. Opened in 1993, it became a real home for the club.

Once she was criticized - the stands were far from the field, the atmosphere was not felt. But after reconstruction in 2019 everything changed. The stadium has become modern, comfortable and creates real pressure on opponents.

Achievements of Real Sociedad

The club did not win as much as the La Liga giants, but its victories were always special:

Champion of Spain (2 times) – 1980/81, 1981/82.
Spanish Cup (3 times) – 1909, 1987, 2020.
Spanish Super Cup (1 time) – 1982.

\n","current_status_and_future_html":"

Famous Real Sociedad players

Real Sociedad has always bet on its own, and that is why a lot of legends have grown up here:

Javier Subisarreta is one of the best goalkeepers in the history of Spanish football.
\n
Luis Arconada – a symbol of the championship years, a goalkeeper who worked wonders in the 80s.
\n
Alberto Gordon – the man who was the engine of that championship team.
\n
Antoine Griezmann is the best example of how the club educates stars for world football.
\n
Mikel Oyarsabal is a modern captain who is loyal to the club and leads it to new heights.
\n

Interesting facts about Real Sociedad

One of the few clubs that for a long time played only their students – until 1989 exclusively Basques played here.
\n
The team that forced La Liga to change the rules – because of it the playoffs for the championship were introduced in the 80s.
\n
Griezmann revealed himself here, not in France – the future star was not taken by French clubs, but his talent was seen in San Sebastian.
\n
The Basque derby is one of the hottest in Spain – the confrontation with Atlético is always full of emotions.
\n
One of the oldest clubs in La Liga - more than 100 years of football at the highest level.
\n

\n
\"Real Sociedad reminds us that true greatness is not in the amount of money, but in the ability to preserve traditions and nurture talent.\"
\n

It is worth noting that Real Sociedad remains a unique example of how a club can prosper while remaining true to its principles. Will the team be able to repeat the championship success of the 80s? One thing is certain — the spirit of Real Arena and the Basque traditions make Real Sociedad a special place where young talents get a real chance and football philosophy is valued higher than commercial success. This is a club that proves that in modern football you can still be yourself and at the same time achieve great results.

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Transfer	Goal	Assists
Alavés August 2025 - Now	0	0
Real Sociedad June 2020 - August 2025	1	1

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