\"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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\"Atletico Madrid\": what is known about the club

\"Atletico Madrid\" is a professional football club from the capital of Spain, founded in 1903. This is the third-ranked team in the country, which has always been in the shadow of \"Real\", but has repeatedly proven that it can fight on an equal footing with the giants.

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\"Atletico Madrid is a team that proves that character and will can be stronger than any talent.\"
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History of \"Atletico Madrid\"

The club was founded in 1903 by students who were fond of football and saw the future in it. At first, it was an affiliate of Athletic Bilbao, but later became independent and turned into a force to be reckoned with**.

The first golden period — 1940s and 1950s. The club won La Liga twice and became one of the leading teams in Spain. In the 1970s, the team won several more championship titles and even reached the European Champions Cup final.

But the real breakthrough happened in the XXI century, when in 2011 the team was headed by Diego Simeone. Under his leadership, the club won La Liga twice, went to the final of the Champions League and became the main competitor of Barcelona and Real Madrid.

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\"Simeone has turned Atlético into a fighting machine that never gives up.\"
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Stadium \"Atletico Madrid\"

The club's home arena is Civitas Metropolitano, one of the most modern stadiums in Europe. Opened in 2017 after reconstruction, it accommodates more than 68 thousand spectators.

Before that, the club played at the legendary Vicente Calderon, which was one of the most atmospheric stadiums in Spain. But over time, it had to be replaced by a new arena that meets all modern requirements.

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\"\"Metropolitano\" has become a real fortress of \"Atletico\". The team rarely loses here, and the support of the fans creates an atmosphere that scares opponents.\"
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Achievements of \"Atletico Madrid\"

The club boasts a solid collection of trophies:

Champion of Spain (11 times) — last title in the 2020/21 season.
Cup of Spain (10 times) — the club repeatedly beat the strongest rivals in the national cup.
Europa League (3 times) — 2010, 2012, 2018.
UEFA Super Cup (3 times) — always beat the Champions League winners.
Champions League finalist (3 times) — 1974, 2014, 2016.

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Famous players of \"Atletico Madrid\"

Many legendary football players played for the club and left their mark in history:

Fernando Torres — symbol of the club, fan favorite.
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Diego Simeone — first the leader on the field, and then the most successful coach of the club.
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Sergio Aguero is a striker who scored at the most important moments.
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Diego Forlan is the owner of the Golden Boot, one of the best forwards in La Liga.
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Jan Oblak is one of the best goalkeepers in the world, a real wall in the goal.
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Interesting facts about \"Atletico Madrid\"

The club experienced the most dramatic finals of the Champions League — losing twice to Real Madrid in the last minutes.
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Simeone — record holder — has been working with the club for more than 10 years and is the main creator of its success.
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One of the most hated rivals \"Barcelona\" and \"Real\" - matches against these teams are always on principle.
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Red and white stripes is a branded uniform that has become a symbol of struggle and indomitability.
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\"Indians\" is the nickname of fans who are famous for their devotion and passion.
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\"Atletico Madrid reminds us that real strength is not in the beauty of the game, but in the ability to fight until the last second.\"
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It is worth noting that Atlético Madrid remains a unique phenomenon in world football, proving that tactical discipline and collective spirit can overcome individual talent. Can the club continue its successful era under the leadership of Simeone? One thing can be said for sure - the spirit of \"Metropolitano\" and philosophy of struggle make \"Atletico\" a special place where every match is war and every victory is won with sweat and blood. This is a club that proves that the most important thing in football is never giving up and fighting until the last breath.

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When it comes to silverware, \"AEK\" has been an absolute trophy-magnet throughout its history, racking up an impressive haul of 13 Greek Championships with the most recent coming in 2023. The team has been even more dominant in cup competitons, lifting the Greek Cup sixteen times, also adding their latest in 2023 to complete a brilliant double.\\n\\nWhat makes \"AEK\" special in Greek footbal is their pioneering European achievements. They were the first Greek club to reach the semi-finals of the UEFA Cup back in 1977, showing that Greek teams could compete with the big boys of European football. They also blazed a trail as the 1st Greek side to make the quarter-finals of the European Cup in the 1968-69 campaign, and later became the first to qualify for the Champions League group stage in 94-95.\\n\\nThe 60s and 70s represented a golden period for the club under legendary players like Mimis Papaioannou, while the early nineties brought 3 consecutive championships under the guidance of coach Dušan Bajević. After suffering the ignominy of relegation in 2013, the club showed remarkable character to rebuild and climb back to the summit of Greek football, ending a 24-year championship drought in 2018 and then sealing that magnificent league and cup double in twenty-three.

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The double-headed eagle serves as \"AEK's\" iconic emblem, a powerful symbol that directly connects the club to its Byzantine and Constantinople heritage. This ain't just some random logo picked outta thin air - it carries centuries of historical significance. The club colors of yellow and black earned them the nickname \"Kitrinomavri\" (the Yellow-Blacks), colors chosen specifically as a constant reminder of their lost homeland.\\n\\nFor decades, \"AEK\" called the Nikos Goumas Stadium home turf, from 1930 until it was demolished in 2003 after the '99 Athens earthquake left it damaged beyond repair. The club then played their home fixtures at the Olympic Stadium for nearly two decades. A massive upgrade came in 2022 when they moved into their purpose-built Agia Sophia Stadium (OPAP Arena) back in Nea Filadelfeia, complete with a 32,500 capacity that provides proper fortress vibes on matchdays.\\n\\nThe supporter culture around \"AEK\" is insanely passionate. With an estimated fanbase of 1.3 to 1.5 million supporters nationwide (making up roughly 20% of all Greek football fans), they're a proper big deal. Their support extends well beyond Greece's borders too, with particularly strong backing in Cyprus and throughout the Greek diaspora worldwide. These fans don't just follow - they live and breath everything \"AEK\".\\n\\nRivalries? You bet they've got some proper tasty ones. The Athens derby against \"Panathinaikos\" generates white-hot atmospheres, while clashes with Piraeus-based \"Olympiacos\" are equally fiery affairs that split the capital.

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Ryan Hill: Career