\"Espanyol\": what is known about the club

\"Real Club Deportivo Espanyol\" is a professional football club from Barcelona, founded in 1900. This is one of the oldest teams in Spain, which always remained in the shadow of \"Barcelona\", but had its own special identity.

\"Espanyol\" is known for its loyal fan base, the struggle for every season in the Primera and the fact that it has repeatedly knocked the giants out of the Copa del Rey. He has no championships, but he has character - and that is what made him an important part of Spanish football.

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\"Espanyol is proof that even in the shadow of giants you can preserve your own dignity and identity.\"
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History of \"Espanyol\"

The club was founded in 1900 by a group of students who wanted to create the first Spanish team that did not involve foreigners (at that time most clubs in the country had British roots). That is why it received the name \"Espanyol\" — as a symbol of the national spirit.

In 1929, the team became one of the founders of La Liga, but unlike Barcelona, it never fought for the championship. The main focus was on the Spanish Cup, where Espanyol became the winner four times (1929, 1940, 2000, 2006).

The golden period of the club is the end of the 1990s and 2000s. In 2000 he won the Cup of Spain, in 2007 he reached the UEFA Cup final, where he lost to Seville only in a penalty shootout.

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\"However, the club has always balanced between the elite and the middle level. Espanyol are going through difficult times in the 2020s, getting relegated to the Segunda but coming back each time.\"
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Espanyol Stadium

The club's home arena is \"Cornelia-El Prat\", opened in 2009. It is located in the suburbs of Barcelona, holds more than 40 thousand spectators and is one of the most modern in the country.

Previously, the team played at the legendary \"Sarria\", which was the heart of the club, but due to financial problems the stadium had to be sold. The new stadium became the modern home of Espanyol and preserved the atmosphere of the old stands.

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\"The main feature of Cornella-El Prat is its dedicated fan base. There is always a fighting spirit here, especially in matches against Barcelona.\"
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Espanyol achievements

The club has not won La Liga but has a solid track record:

Spanish Cup (4 times) — 1929, 1940, 2000, 2006.
UEFA Cup Final (2 times) — 1988, 2007.
Continuous appearances in La Liga - over 85 seasons in the top division.

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Famous Espanyol players

Many famous football players passed through the club:

Raul Tamudo is the best scorer in the history of the club.
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Dani Harke is a captain whose memory lives on in the hearts of fans.
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Ivan De la Peña is a midfielder with fantastic field vision.
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Filip Kokou is one of the best Dutch players who played for the team.
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Mauricio Pochettino is not only a player, but also a coach, who later became a star in Europe.
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Interesting facts about \"Espanyol\"

Barcelona's biggest rival — the Catalan derby always takes place with special tension.
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\"Survival Club\" is one of the teams that saved most times** from relegation at the last moment.
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The only Spanish club that played twice in the final of the UEFA Cup and did not lose in regular time.
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Espanyol fans are the most anti-Barcelona in Catalonia — for them, it is a matter of principle not to support the blue-garnet.
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\"Sarria\" and \"Cornelia-El Prat\" are two stadiums where the history of the club was made.
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\"Espanyol reminds us that true greatness is not in the number of titles, but in the ability to maintain character and fight to the end.\"
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It is worth noting that Espanyol remains a unique phenomenon in Spanish football, proving that you can maintain your identity even next to one of the greatest clubs in the world. Can the team return to consistent performances in the Primera and consolidate their position? One thing can be said for sure — the spirit of \"Cornelia-El Prat\" and the traditions of the Catalan derby make \"Espanyol\" a special place where pride and principle are valued higher than commercial success, and every victory over \"Barcelona\" becomes a holiday for the whole area. This is a club that proves that the most important thing in football is staying true to yourself, regardless of the circumstances.

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The team represents the **Balearic Islands** and is one of the **few Spanish clubs** based **not on the mainland**. For more than a century, **Mallorca** managed to be among the **Primera leaders** and in **Segunda B**, but always kept its **stubbornness**, color and commitment to **its own style**.\n\nThe club managed to go from a **modest island team** to the **European Cup final**. He is **not always in earshot**, but always ready to **surprise**.\n\n> \"Mallorca is proof that even the most remote corners can give birth to great football.\"","sporting_achievements":"## History of Mallorca since 1916\n\nThe history of football in the **Balearic Islands** dates back to **1916**, when a club called **\"Alfonso XIII FBC\"** was founded. Subsequently, it was renamed **Real Mallorca\"** and began to gradually overcome the path from the **regional leagues** to the **national level**.\n\n**The first real ascents** began in the **1960s**, when the club first established itself in **La Liga**. But **the main pages of history** were written at the end of the **90s** - that's when the team played in the **UEFA Cup Winners' Cup final (1999)**, losing to **\"Lazio\"**, and also won the **Cup of Spain in 2003**, which became a **historic victory**.\n\n> \"Mallorca was also relegated from the elite more than once: in 2013, it ended up in Segunda, then even in Segunda B, but returned in 2019.\"\n\n**And since that time** she has been in **Example**, demonstrating that she is capable of not just surviving, but **imposing a fight** on strong opponents.","club_identity":"## Mallorca Stadium\n\nThe team plays at **Son Moish**, a stadium located in **Palma**. The arena was built in **1999** and accommodates about **23 thousand spectators**.\n\nIt is a stadium with **great visibility** and a **special atmosphere**: **sea air**, bright sun, and football, which is **more than a sport** for the locals. On game day, **the whole town** flocks here — from old-timers to tourists who want to experience a **real island match**.\n\n> \"Son Moish is not the biggest stadium in Spain, but it's definitely one of the coziest.\"\n\n**And here they always know** how to support their team, especially in **difficult moments**.\n\n## Achievements of \"Mallorca\"\n\nThe club has **not many trophies** in its assets, but the ones that are there are **important**:\n\n* **Spanish Cup (2002/03)** — victory in the final over **Recreativo Huelva**.\n* **Spanish Super Cup (1998)** — won after victory over **\"Barcelona\"**.\n* **UEFA Cup Winners' Cup Final (1998/99)** - a heroic path to the decisive match with **\"Lazio\"**.\n* **Second place in La Liga (1998/99)** is a **historic achievement** that has already become a legend for the club's fans.\n\n**Each of these events** is a bright page in the club's history and proof that **a team from the island** can also play at the **highest level**.","current_status_and_future":"## Famous players of \"Mallorca\"\n\nA lot of strong football players played for **\"Mallorca\"**, who left behind **good memories**:\n\n1. **Samuel Eto'o** is a player who **grew in the club** to the level of a **world star**.\n\n2. **Dani Guise** is **the top scorer of La Liga 2007/08**, which helped the team stay in the **Primera**.\n\n3. **Ariel Ibagaza** — **the brain of the midfield** in the **golden years of the club**.\n\n4. **Miguel Angel Nadal** — **uncle of the famous tennis player**, a true leader of defense.\n\n5. **Taakefusa Kubo** is a young talent who was remembered for his **bright game** in recent seasons.\n\n## Interesting facts about Mallorca\n\n1. **The only big club of the Balearic Islands** is the **football pride** of the entire autonomy.\n\n2. **Financial drama and renaissance** - the club almost disappeared due to debts, but was saved by **new management**.\n\n3. **Now the club belongs** to a group of investors from the **USA**, including actor **Andy Garcia**.\n\n4. **The team always plays** with a special atmosphere at home: here every opponent feels like a **guest**.\n\n5. **Eto'o was brought up** — it was here that the Cameroonian got the chance that made him a **legend**.\n\n> \"Mallorca reminds us that real football can flourish in the most unexpected places, where the sea meets a dream.\"\n\n**It is worth noting** that **\"Mallorca\"** remains a **unique phenomenon** in Spanish football, proving that **geographical isolation** cannot become an obstacle to **big ambitions**. Will the club be able to **establish itself in the elite** and repeat the **glorious times of the late 90s**? One thing is certain — the **spirit of the Balearic Islands** and the **special atmosphere of Son Moish** make **Mallorca** a special place where **island passion** combines with **football traditions** and **every match** is a **holiday for the whole island**. This is a club that **proves** that real strength lies in **unity with the native land** and **loyalty to one's roots**.","stb_internal_id":"0192fbe5-f2dd-7c49-a330-2a7351c302eb","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":"

\"Mallorca\": what is known about the club

This is a professional football club from Palma, founded in 1916. The team represents the Balearic Islands and is one of the few Spanish clubs based not on the mainland. For more than a century, Mallorca managed to be among the Primera leaders and in Segunda B, but always kept its stubbornness, color and commitment to its own style.

The club managed to go from a modest island team to the European Cup final. He is not always in earshot, but always ready to surprise.

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\"Mallorca is proof that even the most remote corners can give birth to great football.\"
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History of Mallorca since 1916

The history of football in the Balearic Islands dates back to 1916, when a club called \"Alfonso XIII FBC\" was founded. Subsequently, it was renamed Real Mallorca\" and began to gradually overcome the path from the regional leagues to the national level.

The first real ascents began in the 1960s, when the club first established itself in La Liga. But the main pages of history were written at the end of the 90s - that's when the team played in the UEFA Cup Winners' Cup final (1999), losing to \"Lazio\", and also won the Cup of Spain in 2003, which became a historic victory.

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\"Mallorca was also relegated from the elite more than once: in 2013, it ended up in Segunda, then even in Segunda B, but returned in 2019.\"
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And since that time she has been in Example, demonstrating that she is capable of not just surviving, but imposing a fight on strong opponents.

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Mallorca Stadium

The team plays at Son Moish, a stadium located in Palma. The arena was built in 1999 and accommodates about 23 thousand spectators.

It is a stadium with great visibility and a special atmosphere: sea air, bright sun, and football, which is more than a sport for the locals. On game day, the whole town flocks here — from old-timers to tourists who want to experience a real island match.

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\"Son Moish is not the biggest stadium in Spain, but it's definitely one of the coziest.\"
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And here they always know how to support their team, especially in difficult moments.

Achievements of \"Mallorca\"

The club has not many trophies in its assets, but the ones that are there are important:

Spanish Cup (2002/03) — victory in the final over Recreativo Huelva.
Spanish Super Cup (1998) — won after victory over \"Barcelona\".
UEFA Cup Winners' Cup Final (1998/99) - a heroic path to the decisive match with \"Lazio\".
Second place in La Liga (1998/99) is a historic achievement that has already become a legend for the club's fans.

Each of these events is a bright page in the club's history and proof that a team from the island can also play at the highest level.

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Famous players of \"Mallorca\"

A lot of strong football players played for \"Mallorca\", who left behind good memories:

Samuel Eto'o is a player who grew in the club to the level of a world star.
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Dani Guise is the top scorer of La Liga 2007/08, which helped the team stay in the Primera.
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Ariel Ibagaza — the brain of the midfield in the golden years of the club.
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Miguel Angel Nadal — uncle of the famous tennis player, a true leader of defense.
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Taakefusa Kubo is a young talent who was remembered for his bright game in recent seasons.
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Interesting facts about Mallorca

The only big club of the Balearic Islands is the football pride of the entire autonomy.
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Financial drama and renaissance - the club almost disappeared due to debts, but was saved by new management.
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Now the club belongs to a group of investors from the USA, including actor Andy Garcia.
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The team always plays with a special atmosphere at home: here every opponent feels like a guest.
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Eto'o was brought up — it was here that the Cameroonian got the chance that made him a legend.
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\"Mallorca reminds us that real football can flourish in the most unexpected places, where the sea meets a dream.\"
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It is worth noting that \"Mallorca\" remains a unique phenomenon in Spanish football, proving that geographical isolation cannot become an obstacle to big ambitions. Will the club be able to establish itself in the elite and repeat the glorious times of the late 90s? One thing is certain — the spirit of the Balearic Islands and the special atmosphere of Son Moish make Mallorca a special place where island passion combines with football traditions and every match is a holiday for the whole island. This is a club that proves that real strength lies in unity with the native land and loyalty to one's roots.

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It stands on **the first rung in the hierarchy of Spanish football**. The best teams of the country compete here, such as \"Barcelona\", \"Real Madrid\", \"Atletico\" and other clubs that have long become part of the \"European football elite\".\n\nBut **La Liga** is not just a domestic championship. Her matches are broadcast in more than **180 countries** and each tour attracts the attention of **millions**. With bright players, spectacular play and dramatic confrontations, **La Liga football** has long been more than a sport.\n\n> \"It is a cultural phenomenon that unites a nation and attracts views from around the world.\"\n\n**History of La Liga: creation and development**\n\nThe beginning of the history of **La Liga** is **1929**. Then the **Spanish Federation** decided: it was time to have a regular championship where the strongest clubs would compete every week.\n\nIn the **first season** there were only **10 contestants**. Among them are \"Barcelona\", \"Real Madrid\", \"Athletic Bilbao\". And it was \"**Barca**\" that became the **first champion**. Thus began the path that later turned into one of the **brightest football stories in Europe**.\n\n## La Liga history\n\n* **1930s** — the number of teams is growing, the tournament is gradually gaining momentum.\n* **After the Civil War** - **La Liga** returns and the people's love for football grows even stronger.\n* **1950s** — **star era of \"Real\"** with **Alfredo Di Stefano**.\n* **1980s** — the championship becomes competitive, Spanish clubs are making a louder statement about themselves in Europe.\n* **1990s–2000s** — **Messi, Ronaldo, Zidane, Ronaldinho**… Each **La Liga season** is a separate chapter of football magic.\n* **2010s** — **La Liga** is the dominant force in European cups. Spanish teams win all matches.\n\n> \"Today there are 20 teams in the league. And the champion of Spain is not just a title, but a real symbol of football superiority.\"\n\n## Legendary players and clubs\n\n**La Liga** was played by those who today are called **icons**:\n\n* **Lionel Messi** is the most goals in history.\n* **Cristiano Ronaldo** is a symbol of the era, one of the best in the world.\n* **Iniesta, Xavi, Ronaldo, Zidane** are players whose names are written in football textbooks.\n\n**Among the clubs:**\n* **Real Madrid** is the undisputed leader in terms of titles.\n* **Barcelona** is the main rival, with a unique style of play.\n* **Atletico** is a team that has turned defense into an art.\n\n## Competition format La Liga football\n\n* **20 teams** play in the championship.\n* Each plays **38 matches** — at home and away.\n* In total — **380 matches per season**.\n\n**The system is simple and honest:**\n* **Victory** — 3 points.\n* **Tie** — 1.\n* **Defeat** — 0.\n\n**If several teams** scored the same number of points, watch:\n1. **Results of face-to-face matches**\n2. **Difference of heads**\n3. **Number of goals scored**\n\n> \"Whoever scores the most is the champion. And the 4 best teams play in the Champions League.\"\n\n**Next** — in **Europa League and League of Conferences**. **Three teams from the bottom** - are eliminated. They are replaced by the winners of the second division.\n\n## Famous La Liga teams\n\nAmong the clubs that made **La Liga** one of the **most powerful football leagues in the world**, **Real Madrid** occupies a special place. This club is a true symbol of dominance, ambition and great history. He has more than **35 league titles** to his credit, and no other Spanish team has achieved this level of consistency and winning.\n\n**But not only** in the domestic championship, the \"**cream**\" gained fame - in the **Champions League** they are deservedly considered the **most successful team**, winning the tournament more times than anyone else.\n\n> \"It was thanks to the transfers of stars and high-profile lineups in the early 2000s that the term \"Galacticos\" arose - the designation of a team with top players.\"\n\n**An equally iconic club** for **La Liga** is **Barcelona**. The Catalans not only won more than **25 Spanish championships**, but also formed a **unique style of play** that became an example for many other teams.\n\n**A huge role** in this was played by their academy \"**La Masia**\". It was there that such legends of world football as **Lionel Messi, Andres Iniesta and Xavi Hernandez** grew up.\n\n> \"Thanks to the combination of intelligent football, quick passing and teamwork, Barca has repeatedly become an example of how the beauty of the game can be combined with victories.\"\n\n**Atletico Madrid** is a separate story within the framework of Spanish football. The team, which always operated a little in the shadow of two giants, managed to create **its own identity**. Her character is **discipline, maximum dedication** and the counter-attacking game model embodied by head coach **Diego Simeone**.\n\n**It is thanks to** this philosophy that **Atletico** often changed the balance of forces in **La Liga**, breaking the usual duopoly of **Real** and **Barca**.\n\n**Another important participant** of the elite division is **Seville**. This club became a storm for opponents in the **European Cups**, especially in the **Europa League**, where it repeatedly became the winner. **Seville** is known for its **passionate support** - the fans in the home stadium create an incredible atmosphere.\n\n**Valencia**, although not always in the center of attention, left a bright mark in the history of **La Liga**. **The strongest period** for the club was the **2000s**, when the team not only won national titles, but also performed well in the European arena.\n\n## Statistics and La Liga records\n\n* **Messi** — **474 goals**, **50 in one season**, record holder for assists.\n* **Ronaldo** — **34 hat-tricks**, a legend for \"**Real**\".\n* **The biggest victory** — **12:1**, **1931**.\n* **Longest unbeaten streak** — **43 matches**, \"**Barcelona**\".\n* **Most matches** — **Andoni Subisarreta**, **622 games**.\n\n## The modern influence of La Liga\n\n* **Incomes from La Liga** help build stadiums, invest in young people, develop regions.\n* **Soccer** — **sport #1 in Spain**. And this is the merit of **La Liga**.\n* **Almost every famous player in Spain** is a pupil of the local academy.\n\n> \"La Liga continues to set the standard for world football, combining tradition with innovation.\"\n\n## La Liga is interesting\n\n* **Nicknames of the clubs:** \"**creamy**\" — **Real**, \"**blaugrana**\" — **Barca**.\n* **Barca's 5:0 win** in **2010** over **Real**.\n* In the **2024/25** season, **Barca** has already scored **113 goals**.\n\n> \"La Liga is not just a championship, it is a theater where every match can become a legend.\"\n\n**It is worth noting** that **La Liga** remains one of **the most prestigious championships in the world**, continuing to attract the best players and coaches on the planet. Will anyone be able to break the **hegemony of Real and Barca**? Time will tell, but the **magic of Spanish football** continues to captivate millions around the world.","active":true,"short_code":"ESP PL","category":1,"top_position":null,"stb_internal_id":"0192fb8b-d157-7414-9f68-2ad2cf57f1d3","overrides":null,"has_article_relations":false,"has_social_media_relations":false,"inactive":null,"description_html":"

La Liga statistics, history, meaning

La Liga is the main professional soccer league in Spain, its official name is Primera División. It stands on the first rung in the hierarchy of Spanish football. The best teams of the country compete here, such as \"Barcelona\", \"Real Madrid\", \"Atletico\" and other clubs that have long become part of the \"European football elite\".

But La Liga is not just a domestic championship. Her matches are broadcast in more than 180 countries and each tour attracts the attention of millions. With bright players, spectacular play and dramatic confrontations, La Liga football has long been more than a sport.

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\"It is a cultural phenomenon that unites a nation and attracts views from around the world.\"
\n

History of La Liga: creation and development

The beginning of the history of La Liga is 1929. Then the Spanish Federation decided: it was time to have a regular championship where the strongest clubs would compete every week.

In the first season there were only 10 contestants. Among them are \"Barcelona\", \"Real Madrid\", \"Athletic Bilbao\". And it was \"Barca\" that became the first champion. Thus began the path that later turned into one of the brightest football stories in Europe.

La Liga history

1930s — the number of teams is growing, the tournament is gradually gaining momentum.
After the Civil War - La Liga returns and the people's love for football grows even stronger.
1950s — star era of \"Real\" with Alfredo Di Stefano.
1980s — the championship becomes competitive, Spanish clubs are making a louder statement about themselves in Europe.
1990s–2000s — Messi, Ronaldo, Zidane, Ronaldinho… Each La Liga season is a separate chapter of football magic.
2010s — La Liga is the dominant force in European cups. Spanish teams win all matches.

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\"Today there are 20 teams in the league. And the champion of Spain is not just a title, but a real symbol of football superiority.\"
\n

Legendary players and clubs

La Liga was played by those who today are called icons:

Lionel Messi is the most goals in history.
Cristiano Ronaldo is a symbol of the era, one of the best in the world.
Iniesta, Xavi, Ronaldo, Zidane are players whose names are written in football textbooks.

Among the clubs:

Real Madrid is the undisputed leader in terms of titles.
Barcelona is the main rival, with a unique style of play.
Atletico is a team that has turned defense into an art.

Competition format La Liga football

20 teams play in the championship.
Each plays 38 matches — at home and away.
In total — 380 matches per season.

The system is simple and honest:

Victory — 3 points.
Tie — 1.
Defeat — 0.

If several teams scored the same number of points, watch:

Results of face-to-face matches
Difference of heads
Number of goals scored

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\"Whoever scores the most is the champion. And the 4 best teams play in the Champions League.\"
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Next — in Europa League and League of Conferences. Three teams from the bottom - are eliminated. They are replaced by the winners of the second division.

Famous La Liga teams

Among the clubs that made La Liga one of the most powerful football leagues in the world, Real Madrid occupies a special place. This club is a true symbol of dominance, ambition and great history. He has more than 35 league titles to his credit, and no other Spanish team has achieved this level of consistency and winning.

But not only in the domestic championship, the \"cream\" gained fame - in the Champions League they are deservedly considered the most successful team, winning the tournament more times than anyone else.

\n
\"It was thanks to the transfers of stars and high-profile lineups in the early 2000s that the term \"Galacticos\" arose - the designation of a team with top players.\"
\n

An equally iconic club for La Liga is Barcelona. The Catalans not only won more than 25 Spanish championships, but also formed a unique style of play that became an example for many other teams.

A huge role in this was played by their academy \"La Masia\". It was there that such legends of world football as Lionel Messi, Andres Iniesta and Xavi Hernandez grew up.

\n
\"Thanks to the combination of intelligent football, quick passing and teamwork, Barca has repeatedly become an example of how the beauty of the game can be combined with victories.\"
\n

Atletico Madrid is a separate story within the framework of Spanish football. The team, which always operated a little in the shadow of two giants, managed to create its own identity. Her character is discipline, maximum dedication and the counter-attacking game model embodied by head coach Diego Simeone.

It is thanks to this philosophy that Atletico often changed the balance of forces in La Liga, breaking the usual duopoly of Real and Barca.

Another important participant of the elite division is Seville. This club became a storm for opponents in the European Cups, especially in the Europa League, where it repeatedly became the winner. Seville is known for its passionate support - the fans in the home stadium create an incredible atmosphere.

Valencia, although not always in the center of attention, left a bright mark in the history of La Liga. The strongest period for the club was the 2000s, when the team not only won national titles, but also performed well in the European arena.

Statistics and La Liga records

Messi — 474 goals, 50 in one season, record holder for assists.
Ronaldo — 34 hat-tricks, a legend for \"Real\".
The biggest victory — 12:1, 1931.
Longest unbeaten streak — 43 matches, \"Barcelona\".
Most matches — Andoni Subisarreta, 622 games.

The modern influence of La Liga

Incomes from La Liga help build stadiums, invest in young people, develop regions.
Soccer — sport #1 in Spain. And this is the merit of La Liga.
Almost every famous player in Spain is a pupil of the local academy.

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\"La Liga continues to set the standard for world football, combining tradition with innovation.\"
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La Liga is interesting

Nicknames of the clubs: \"creamy\" — Real, \"blaugrana\" — Barca.
Barca's 5:0 win in 2010 over Real.
In the 2024/25 season, Barca has already scored 113 goals.

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\"La Liga is not just a championship, it is a theater where every match can become a legend.\"
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It is worth noting that La Liga remains one of the most prestigious championships in the world, continuing to attract the best players and coaches on the planet. Will anyone be able to break the hegemony of Real and Barca? Time will tell, but the magic of Spanish football continues to captivate millions around the world.

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