All about the Ipswich football team

Ipswich Town is a professional football club that has existed for over a century. It was founded in 1878 in the city of Ipswich, in the English county of Suffolk. The team represents a small, but soccer-dedicated city, and during its history managed to make a loud statement not only in England, but also on the European arena.

The club's greatest achievements are winning the England First Division (now the Premier League) in 1962, winning the FA Cup in 1978 and triumphing in the UEFA Cup in 1981. For a club that does not have the status of a giant, these are really weighty results.

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\"Ipswich Town is proof that dreams can come true in football, even if you don't have a budget of billions.\"
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Ipswich History

The history of Ipswich Town began quietly and modestly. The team was created by local amateur athletes, and for a long time it did not play at a professional level. It was only in 1936 that the club joined the Football League of England, starting the real way up.

The first successes came with Alf Ramsey - a coach who radically changed the course of events. In a few years, he led the team to the elite division, and in the 1961/62 season he made a sensation - Ipswich became the champion of England.

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\"A team with no stars, no big spend, just played smart and coordinated - and it paid off.\"
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Later the club was headed by Bobby Robson – another iconic figure in the history of English football. It was with him that the team reached the European level. In 1981 Ipswich won the UEFA Cup, beating the Dutch AZ in the final.

Back then, the club had a perfectly balanced squad, players who were not stars, but gave their all on the field. In those years, the team constantly fought for the top positions in the championship, while remaining close to its fans.

After the 80s more difficult times came. The club gradually fell into the lower divisions, experienced financial difficulties, changed coaches, but kept its football dignity. Ipswich repeatedly fought to return to the Premier League, and although it was not always successful, the fans remained loyal to the team.

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Ipswich Stadium

Ipswich Town's home arena is called Portman Road. The stadium is located practically in the city center and has existed since 1884. Today it accommodates about 30 thousand spectators.

This is one of the oldest and warmest stadiums in England – not because of the temperature, of course, but because of the atmosphere.

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\"Portman Road is where generations of fans have supported their team. You won't find the luxury of modern arenas here, but there is sincerity.\"
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Silence before the whistle and the roar of the stands as Ipswich go on the attack. It is interesting that the team has never lost in European Cups at this stadium. This is not just a statistic - it is a pride and a symbol of the fact that even a modest club has its own fortress.

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Ipswich Achievements

Ipswich Town does not have as many titles as the top clubs, but its achievements are striking in their sincerity and unexpectedness:

In 1962, the team won the First Division, beating the leaders of English football.
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In 1978 the club won the FA Cup.
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In 1981 – won the UEFA Cup, having passed a difficult path through strong rivals.
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Ipswich won several times in the second division, the last time – in 2000, when the team returned to the Premier League and even finished fifth.
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\"The achievements of Ipswich Town are not measured by dozens of trophies, but every success of the club is an example of a footballing miracle.\"
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This allowed to play again in European Cups and prove that a real team can compete with anyone.

Ipswich Famous Players

Over the course of its history, Ipswich Town has trained and welcomed many talented footballers:

Mick Mills is the captain of the team who played more than 700 matches.
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John Work – a midfielder who returned to the team three times and left behind more than 500 games.
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Terry Butcher is a real pillar of the defense and a hero of the 80s.
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Brian Talbot is a key player in the FA Cup Final.
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In the 2000s, the club had its own hero - striker Marcus Stewart, who scored many important goals in the season of his return to the elite.

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\"It is also known that Ipswich Town gave the start to the coaching career of many managers who later worked at big clubs.\"
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Ipswich Fun Facts

One of the most unique facts about Ipswich Town is never losing at home in European Cups. This can be remembered by units in European football.
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Another interesting moment: after winning the championship in 1962, the club did not have medals ready, because no one believed that Ipswich would win.
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Bobby Robson, who became a legend of English football, started here.
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And during the period when the club was in crisis, it was not saved by investors, but by the local community – fans, volunteers, small businesses.
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\"This is the case when the football club is a part of the city and not a separate organization.\"
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Ipswich Town is a club where everything is real. They don't shoot commercials for global brands here, but they shoot documentaries about how the team trains hard, plays in the rain and fights until the last minute.

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\"This football is not about the gloss, but about the soul. And that is why it is worth paying attention to.\"
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It is worth noting that Ipswich Town continues to prove that the true values of football do not depend on the size of the budget. Will the club be able to repeat the magic of the 80s? One thing is certain - the spirit of Portman Road remains unbroken and the faith of the fans continues to work wonders.

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It doesn't look as flashy as most modern arenas, but it has a **unique atmosphere**.\n\n**The stadium was built** back in **1896**, and it got its name from the **ancient cottage** located on the territory of the arena and preserved to this day.\n\nThe arena holds a little more than **25 thousand spectators**. Despite its modest size, \"**Craven Cottage**\" has a family and at the same time football energy.\n\n> \"Many fans will admit that this is one of the nicest stadiums in England. Evening football here has a special magic.\"\n\nThe **spectators are literally** a few meters from the field, and the **Thames is nearby** creating a unique backdrop.\n","current_status_and_future":"## Fulham Achievements\n\n**Fulham** is not a club that wins trophies every season. However, there are moments in his history that are worth remembering:\n\n* **2010 UEFA Europa League Final** is the highest achievement in history. 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Some of them left a real mark in history:\n\n1. **Edwin van der Sar** is a goalkeeper with incredible experience who spent several seasons at **Fulham** before moving to **Manchester United**.\n\n2. **Clint Dempsey** is an American midfielder who became **the club's top scorer** in the Premier League.\n\n3. **Louis Saa** is a striker who later moved to **Manchester United**, but it was in **Fulham**” that he fully revealed himself.\n\n4. **Bobby Moore** — **legendary captain of the England national team**, who also played for **Fulham** at the end of his career.\n\n**Among the recent stars**, it is worth mentioning **Aleksandar Mitrovich**, whose performance was decisive more than once.\n\n> \"Each of these players didn't just wear the white shirt of Fulham - they became part of a big family that values tradition above all else.\"\n\n**Fulham interesting facts**\n\n* \"**Fulham**\" is **London's oldest football club** still playing at a professional level.\n\n* Films, commercials and documentaries about English football were shot at **Craven Cottage** stadium.\n\n* The club has an **ancient rivalry with \"Chelsea\"**, which with every match turns into a real **West London derby**.\n\n* **The owner of the club** was once an eccentric millionaire **Mohammed Al-Fayed**, who even installed a **statue of Michael Jackson** in the stadium (it was later removed).\n\n* **Fulham fans** are known for their devotion. Even in a season when the team was relegated to a lower division, they continued to fill the stands.\n\n> \"Fulham is proof that true love for football does not depend on the number of trophies, but on the depth of traditions and sincerity of emotions.\"\n\n**It is worth noting** that \"**Fulham**\" continues the struggle for stability in the **Premier League**, proving that even modest clubs can compete with the giants of modern football. Can the team repeat the magic of **2010**? Time will tell, but the spirit of **Craven Cottage** remains unbroken.\n","stb_internal_id":"0192f730-749b-7628-a2f7-fefda6cd7a5d","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":"

Fulham Club Review

Fulham football club is one of London's oldest teams, which has retained its identity despite the vicissitudes of modern football. Founded in 1879, the club is based in Fulham, which is in the western part of London.

For over hundred years of existence the team experienced both ups and downs, but always returned to the fight. The highlight was the participation in the 2010 Europa League final, where Fulham showed incredible character to get past some strong opponents.

\n
\"Fulham is a club that proves that in football the main thing is not the size of the budget, but the strength of spirit and commitment to tradition.\"
\n

\n","sporting_achievements_html":"

Fulham History

The history of \"Fulham\" begins very modestly. A group of parishioners of St. Margaret's Anglican Church decided to create a football team, which over time received a name familiar to millions today. At the beginning, \"Fulham\" played in local amateur leagues.

Professional status was obtained by the team in 1898, which was the first step towards big football.

For decades, the club played more often in the lower divisions of England. But even in difficult times, \"Fulham\" remained the favorite of its district. Performances in the FA Cup in the 70s became famous, and a new era began in 2001, when the team reached the Premier League for the first time in a long time.

\n
\"The 2009/10 season holds a special place in history. Under the leadership of coach Roy Hodgson, Fulham made a sensational breakthrough in the Europa League.\"
\n

This period, having reached the finals, where it fought worthily against Atletico of Madrid, is considered the golden time of the modern club.

\n","club_identity_html":"

Fulham Stadium

The home arena of \"Fulham\" is Craven Cottage - a cozy stadium located right on the banks of the Thames. It doesn't look as flashy as most modern arenas, but it has a unique atmosphere.

The stadium was built back in 1896, and it got its name from the ancient cottage located on the territory of the arena and preserved to this day.

The arena holds a little more than 25 thousand spectators. Despite its modest size, \"Craven Cottage\" has a family and at the same time football energy.

\n
\"Many fans will admit that this is one of the nicest stadiums in England. Evening football here has a special magic.\"
\n

The spectators are literally a few meters from the field, and the Thames is nearby creating a unique backdrop.

\n","current_status_and_future_html":"

Fulham Achievements

Fulham is not a club that wins trophies every season. However, there are moments in his history that are worth remembering:

2010 UEFA Europa League Final is the highest achievement in history. The team went through Shakhtar, Juventus and Hamburg before losing in extra time in the final.
\n
Wins in the Championship (England's second division): 2000/01, 2017/18, 2021/22.
\n
Elevation to the Premier League - repeatedly, which indicates stable competition at a high level.
\n

\n
\"These achievements are important not only in terms of trophies, but also for the history of the club itself, because every return to the top level is a new chapter in the strength of character.\"
\n

Fulham famous players

Over the years, \"Fulham\" has featured many strong footballers. Some of them left a real mark in history:

Edwin van der Sar is a goalkeeper with incredible experience who spent several seasons at Fulham before moving to Manchester United.
\n
Clint Dempsey is an American midfielder who became the club's top scorer in the Premier League.
\n
Louis Saa is a striker who later moved to Manchester United, but it was in Fulham” that he fully revealed himself.
\n
Bobby Moore — legendary captain of the England national team, who also played for Fulham at the end of his career.
\n

Among the recent stars, it is worth mentioning Aleksandar Mitrovich, whose performance was decisive more than once.

\n
\"Each of these players didn't just wear the white shirt of Fulham - they became part of a big family that values tradition above all else.\"
\n

Fulham interesting facts

\"Fulham\" is London's oldest football club still playing at a professional level.
\n
Films, commercials and documentaries about English football were shot at Craven Cottage stadium.
\n
The club has an ancient rivalry with \"Chelsea\", which with every match turns into a real West London derby.
\n
The owner of the club was once an eccentric millionaire Mohammed Al-Fayed, who even installed a statue of Michael Jackson in the stadium (it was later removed).
\n
Fulham fans are known for their devotion. Even in a season when the team was relegated to a lower division, they continued to fill the stands.
\n

\n
\"Fulham is proof that true love for football does not depend on the number of trophies, but on the depth of traditions and sincerity of emotions.\"
\n

It is worth noting that \"Fulham\" continues the struggle for stability in the Premier League, proving that even modest clubs can compete with the giants of modern football. Can the team repeat the magic of 2010? Time will tell, but the spirit of Craven Cottage remains unbroken.

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Founded in **1889**, this club from **west London** has long been **\"own for its own\"** - with narrow stands, a modest budget and loyal fans.\n\nToday, **Brentford** is no longer just a **pretty underdog**, but a **well-organized, intelligent team** that gives a fight even to the top teams. Not because he spends more — but because he **thinks better**.\n\n> \"Brentford proves that to be competitive in the Premier League, you don't have to spend millions — you just have to have a system and a mind.\"","sporting_achievements":"## Brentford history\n\nFor a long time, the **story of Brentford** was written **without loud headlines**. The club played in **lower English leagues**, changed **coaches**, **stadiums**, **structure**, but always remained a part of **local culture**.\n\nIn the **1930s**, the team rose to the **First Division**, but after the **World War II** they went down again and settled for a long time in **League 1 and League 2** - effectively the **third and fourth tiers** of English football.\n\nEverything began to change in **2012**, when the club bought **Matthew Benham** — an **analyst** who decided to build football **on data, not intuition**. Since then, **Brentford** began to **select players based on statistics**, hire coaches with a **modern vision** and even **rejected the classic academy**.\n\nIn **2021** the club entered the **Premier League** for the first time in history via the **play-offs**, after several dramatic attempts. This became a **recognition of the built system**: the team not only remained in the elite, but also began to **confidently beat big rivals**.\n","club_identity":"## Brentford Stadium\n\n**Brentford Community Stadium** is the team's new home, opening in **2020**. It is **compact** — a little more than **17 thousand seats**, but **modern and comfortable**. Each seat has a **good view**, and the atmosphere combines **coziness and energy**.\n\nBefore that, the club played at **Griffin Park** — an old stadium known for its **four corner pubs**. Many fans remember it with nostalgia, but admit: **new arena** is **the right step**.\n\n> \"Brentford Community Stadium is an example of how you can make a modern arena without pathos, but with care for the fans.\"\n\n## Brentford achievements\n\n**Brentford** don't have a shop window lined with trophies, but there are **achievements that are more important than cups**:\n\n* **Exit to the Premier League** in **2021** — for the first time in history.\n* **Enshrining in the elite** and **stable play** against top clubs.\n* **Victory in the play-off final** over **Swansea** that lifted the \"curse of the last step\".\n\nToday, **Brentford** is a **full-fledged player of the Premier League**, which builds success not on random victories, but on **systematicity and strategy**.\n","current_status_and_future":"## Brentford famous players\n\n* **Ivan Toney** is the top scorer who came from the lower leagues and became a candidate for the **England team**.\n* **Brian Mbeumo** is an example of **successful scouting**.\n* **David Raya** is a top-level goalkeeper, currently at **Arsenal**.\n* **Christian Eriksen** is a player who has bounced back from **heart problems** with a move from **Brentford**.\n\n> \"They don't buy stars here - they create them here.\"\n\n## Brentford interesting facts\n\n* **The first club in England** to **abandon the classic academy**, focusing on players aged 17+.\n* Has his own **analytics company** that selects players based on statistics and **mental qualities**.\n\n**It is worth noting** that **Brentford** is **an example of a football revolution** where **smart strategy, not money** comes to the fore. This is a club that has proven: **systematic, analysis and the right approach** can lift even an **underdog to the top**.","stb_internal_id":"0192f730-ee70-7370-9323-88657fd23934","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":"

Brentford: a football revolution with intelligence

Brentford is a London club that for a long time did not attract much attention, but suddenly began to change the perception of modern football. Founded in 1889, this club from west London has long been \"own for its own\" - with narrow stands, a modest budget and loyal fans.

Today, Brentford is no longer just a pretty underdog, but a well-organized, intelligent team that gives a fight even to the top teams. Not because he spends more — but because he thinks better.

\n
\"Brentford proves that to be competitive in the Premier League, you don't have to spend millions — you just have to have a system and a mind.\"
\n

\n","sporting_achievements_html":"

Brentford history

For a long time, the story of Brentford was written without loud headlines. The club played in lower English leagues, changed coaches, stadiums, structure, but always remained a part of local culture.

In the 1930s, the team rose to the First Division, but after the World War II they went down again and settled for a long time in League 1 and League 2 - effectively the third and fourth tiers of English football.

Everything began to change in 2012, when the club bought Matthew Benham — an analyst who decided to build football on data, not intuition. Since then, Brentford began to select players based on statistics, hire coaches with a modern vision and even rejected the classic academy.

In 2021 the club entered the Premier League for the first time in history via the play-offs, after several dramatic attempts. This became a recognition of the built system: the team not only remained in the elite, but also began to confidently beat big rivals.

\n","club_identity_html":"

Brentford Stadium

Brentford Community Stadium is the team's new home, opening in 2020. It is compact — a little more than 17 thousand seats, but modern and comfortable. Each seat has a good view, and the atmosphere combines coziness and energy.

Before that, the club played at Griffin Park — an old stadium known for its four corner pubs. Many fans remember it with nostalgia, but admit: new arena is the right step.

\n
\"Brentford Community Stadium is an example of how you can make a modern arena without pathos, but with care for the fans.\"
\n

Brentford achievements

Brentford don't have a shop window lined with trophies, but there are achievements that are more important than cups:

Exit to the Premier League in 2021 — for the first time in history.
Enshrining in the elite and stable play against top clubs.
Victory in the play-off final over Swansea that lifted the \"curse of the last step\".

Today, Brentford is a full-fledged player of the Premier League, which builds success not on random victories, but on systematicity and strategy.

\n","current_status_and_future_html":"

Brentford famous players

Ivan Toney is the top scorer who came from the lower leagues and became a candidate for the England team.
Brian Mbeumo is an example of successful scouting.
David Raya is a top-level goalkeeper, currently at Arsenal.
Christian Eriksen is a player who has bounced back from heart problems with a move from Brentford.

\n
\"They don't buy stars here - they create them here.\"
\n

Brentford interesting facts

The first club in England to abandon the classic academy, focusing on players aged 17+.
Has his own analytics company that selects players based on statistics and mental qualities.

It is worth noting that Brentford is an example of a football revolution where smart strategy, not money comes to the fore. This is a club that has proven: systematic, analysis and the right approach can lift even an underdog to the top.

\n","logo":{"url":"https://media.top2u.io/877/879/500_eb70804ea7.png","mime":"image/png","caption":null,"formats":{"large_avif":{"url":"https://media.top2u.io/877/879/large_avif_500_eb70804ea7.avif","mime":"image/avif"},"large_webp":{"url":"https://media.top2u.io/877/879/large_webp_500_eb70804ea7.webp","mime":"image/webp"},"small_avif":{"url":"https://media.top2u.io/877/879/small_avif_500_eb70804ea7.avif","mime":"image/avif"},"small_webp":{"url":"https://media.top2u.io/877/879/small_webp_500_eb70804ea7.webp","mime":"image/webp"},"medium_avif":{"url":"https://media.top2u.io/877/879/medium_avif_500_eb70804ea7.avif","mime":"image/avif"},"medium_webp":{"url":"https://media.top2u.io/877/879/medium_webp_500_eb70804ea7.webp","mime":"image/webp"}}}}}},{"type":"match","entry":{"id":734074,"date":"2025-09-20T19:00:00.000Z","stb_id":"2025-09-21-00-00-00-valencia-cf-vs-athletic-club","team_a":{"id":50213,"name":"Valencia CF","short_name":"Valencia","tla_name":"VAL","type":"club","gender":"male","status":"active","official_name":"Valencia Club de Fútbol","founded":1919,"colors":"White,Orange,Black","nicknames":"Ché,Blanquinegre,Taronja","createdAt":"2024-11-05T10:36:28.032Z","updatedAt":"2025-08-11T22:15:52.748Z","website":"https://www.valenciacf.com/home","address":"Plaza del Valencia Club de Fútbol, 2","address_city":"Valencia","address_zip":"46010","locale":"en","stb_id":"valencia-cf","tier":null,"description":null,"top_position":null,"history_and_foundation":"## Football team \"Valencia\"\n\nFounded in **1919**, the team from **the city of the same name** has always been among the **main forces of La Liga**. At different times, she **fought for the championship**, experienced **financial disasters**, and trained **future stars of world football**.\n\nThis is a club that knew how to **stop giants**, win **European Cups**, and then fall into crisis and **resurrect** again. **\"Valencia\"** is always a **history of struggle**. And regardless of whether it is currently at the top or in crisis, one thing is constant: this team has a **heart** that beats stronger than all difficulties.\n\n> \"Valencia is a club that proves that true greatness is measured not only by victories, but also by the ability to rise from falls.\"","sporting_achievements":"## History of \"Valencia\": great victories and difficult times\n\n**Valencia** was born in **1919**, when a group of enthusiasts decided to create their club in a city where football was just **starting to develop**. As early as **1931**, the team reached **La Liga** for the first time, and since then almost **did not leave the elite**.\n\n**The first golden period of the club** began in the 40s**. **Valencia** won **three Spanish championships** (**1942, 1944, 1947**) and **two Spanish Cups**. The team played **attacking football** and was one of the **most dangerous opponents** in the country.\n\n**The next big boom** – the end of the **90s** – the beginning of the **2000s**. Then **Valencia** reached the **Champions League final** twice (**2000, 2001**), but lost twice – first to **Real Madrid**, then to **Bavaria** in a penalty shootout.\n\n> \"However, already in 2004, the club under the leadership of Rafa Benitez took the championship of La Liga and won the UEFA Cup, becoming the strongest team in Europe after the giants.\"\n\n**And then - the fall.** Financial problems, constant changes of coaches, selling of leaders. The club went through **difficult times**, but each time found the strength to rise. In **2019**, **100 years after its foundation**, **\"Valencia\"** did the impossible - won the **Cup of Spain**, defeating **\"Barcelona\"** in the final.\n\n**Today the team** is going through a bad period, but if we know anything about **Valencia**, it always **finds a way to come back**.","club_identity":"## Valencia Stadium\n\nThe home arena of **Valencia** is **Mestalla**, one of the **oldest and most atmospheric stadiums in Spain**. Opened in **1923**, it accommodates more than **48 thousand fans**.\n\n**What makes Mestalla special?** These are **very cool stands** that create a **pressure effect on the opponent**. The visiting players don't just feel the fans - they **literally see them**.\n\n> \"Valencia fans are some of the most loyal in Spain. They can boo their own team for a poor performance, but when they need to support them, they will do it in such a way that the stadium shakes.\"\n\n**The only thing** that overshadows the legend of **\"Mestali\"** is the **unfinished construction of the new stadium**, which has been going on since **2007**. But until that day comes, **\"Mestalja\"** remains **the real fortress of the club**.\n\n## Achievements of \"Valencia\"\n\n**Valencia** is one of **the most titled clubs in Spain**:\n\n* **Champion of Spain (6 times)** – **1942, 1944, 1947, 1971, 2002, 2004**.\n* **Cup of Spain (8 times)** – **1941, 1949, 1954, 1967, 1979, 1999, 2008, 2019**.\n* **UEFA Cup (1 time)** – **2004**.\n* **UEFA Super Cup (2 times)** – **1980, 2004**.\n* **Champions League finalist (2 times)** – **2000, 2001**.","current_status_and_future":"## Famous players of \"Valencia\": who created the history of the club\n\n**\"Valencia\"** brought up and introduced to the world **many great football players**:\n\n1. **Mario Kempes** – **Argentine forward** who brought the club **first European Cup title in 1980**.\n\n2. **Gayska Mendieta** – **symbol of \"Valencia\"** of the beginning of the **2000s**, an incredible leader of the midfield.\n\n3. **David Villa** is one of the **best strikers in the history of Spain**, who became a star in **Valencia**.\n\n4. **Santiago Cañizares** is a **legendary goalkeeper** who **saved the team** for years.\n\n5. **David Silva** is a **student of the club**, who later became a legend of **\"Manchester City\"**.\n\n## Interesting facts about \"Valencia\"\n\n1. **The oldest anthem** among **La Liga** clubs – **Valencia** has an official anthem that has been sung since the **1920s**.\n\n2. **The bat on the emblem** is the **symbol of the city of Valencia**, and its history dates back to the days of the **Reconquista**.\n\n3. **Two Champions League final defeats in a row** – **2000 and 2001** remain **the most painful moments** in the club's history.\n\n4. **Record season 2004** – **championship, UEFA Cup and UEFA Super Cup** – **best year** in modern history.\n\n5. **Dramatic struggle for survival** – in **2016** the club was almost relegated to **Segunda**, but held on.\n\n> \"Valencia reminds us that true champions are those who find the strength to fight even in the darkest moments.\"\n\n**It is worth noting** that **Valencia** remains **one of the most respected clubs** in Spanish football, despite all the **financial and sporting difficulties**. Can the team **bring back the golden days** of the early **2000s**? One thing can be said for sure — the **spirit of Mestalla** and **bat traditions** make **Valencia** a special place where **history lives** in every corner, and **faith in rebirth** never fades. This is a club that **proves** that true greatness is measured not only by **trophies**, but also by **the ability to get back up** after every fall.","stb_internal_id":"0192fbe5-afe3-758d-81d7-a8e1c8f70ed9","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":"

Football team \"Valencia\"

Founded in 1919, the team from the city of the same name has always been among the main forces of La Liga. At different times, she fought for the championship, experienced financial disasters, and trained future stars of world football.

This is a club that knew how to stop giants, win European Cups, and then fall into crisis and resurrect again. \"Valencia\" is always a history of struggle. And regardless of whether it is currently at the top or in crisis, one thing is constant: this team has a heart that beats stronger than all difficulties.

\n
\"Valencia is a club that proves that true greatness is measured not only by victories, but also by the ability to rise from falls.\"
\n

\n","sporting_achievements_html":"

History of \"Valencia\": great victories and difficult times

Valencia was born in 1919, when a group of enthusiasts decided to create their club in a city where football was just starting to develop. As early as 1931, the team reached La Liga for the first time, and since then almost did not leave the elite.

The first golden period of the club began in the 40s**. Valencia won three Spanish championships (1942, 1944, 1947) and two Spanish Cups. The team played attacking football and was one of the most dangerous opponents in the country.

The next big boom – the end of the 90s – the beginning of the 2000s. Then Valencia reached the Champions League final twice (2000, 2001), but lost twice – first to Real Madrid, then to Bavaria in a penalty shootout.

\n
\"However, already in 2004, the club under the leadership of Rafa Benitez took the championship of La Liga and won the UEFA Cup, becoming the strongest team in Europe after the giants.\"
\n

And then - the fall. Financial problems, constant changes of coaches, selling of leaders. The club went through difficult times, but each time found the strength to rise. In 2019, 100 years after its foundation, \"Valencia\" did the impossible - won the Cup of Spain, defeating \"Barcelona\" in the final.

Today the team is going through a bad period, but if we know anything about Valencia, it always finds a way to come back.

\n","club_identity_html":"

Valencia Stadium

The home arena of Valencia is Mestalla, one of the oldest and most atmospheric stadiums in Spain. Opened in 1923, it accommodates more than 48 thousand fans.

What makes Mestalla special? These are very cool stands that create a pressure effect on the opponent. The visiting players don't just feel the fans - they literally see them.

\n
\"Valencia fans are some of the most loyal in Spain. They can boo their own team for a poor performance, but when they need to support them, they will do it in such a way that the stadium shakes.\"
\n

The only thing that overshadows the legend of \"Mestali\" is the unfinished construction of the new stadium, which has been going on since 2007. But until that day comes, \"Mestalja\" remains the real fortress of the club.

Achievements of \"Valencia\"

Valencia is one of the most titled clubs in Spain:

Champion of Spain (6 times) – 1942, 1944, 1947, 1971, 2002, 2004.
Cup of Spain (8 times) – 1941, 1949, 1954, 1967, 1979, 1999, 2008, 2019.
UEFA Cup (1 time) – 2004.
UEFA Super Cup (2 times) – 1980, 2004.
Champions League finalist (2 times) – 2000, 2001.

\n","current_status_and_future_html":"

Famous players of \"Valencia\": who created the history of the club

\"Valencia\" brought up and introduced to the world many great football players:

Mario Kempes – Argentine forward who brought the club first European Cup title in 1980.
\n
Gayska Mendieta – symbol of \"Valencia\" of the beginning of the 2000s, an incredible leader of the midfield.
\n
David Villa is one of the best strikers in the history of Spain, who became a star in Valencia.
\n
Santiago Cañizares is a legendary goalkeeper who saved the team for years.
\n
David Silva is a student of the club, who later became a legend of \"Manchester City\".
\n

Interesting facts about \"Valencia\"

The oldest anthem among La Liga clubs – Valencia has an official anthem that has been sung since the 1920s.
\n
The bat on the emblem is the symbol of the city of Valencia, and its history dates back to the days of the Reconquista.
\n
Two Champions League final defeats in a row – 2000 and 2001 remain the most painful moments in the club's history.
\n
Record season 2004 – championship, UEFA Cup and UEFA Super Cup – best year in modern history.
\n
Dramatic struggle for survival – in 2016 the club was almost relegated to Segunda, but held on.
\n

\n
\"Valencia reminds us that true champions are those who find the strength to fight even in the darkest moments.\"
\n

It is worth noting that Valencia remains one of the most respected clubs in Spanish football, despite all the financial and sporting difficulties. Can the team bring back the golden days of the early 2000s? One thing can be said for sure — the spirit of Mestalla and bat traditions make Valencia a special place where history lives in every corner, and faith in rebirth never fades. This is a club that proves that true greatness is measured not only by trophies, but also by the ability to get back up after every fall.

\n","logo":{"url":"https://media.top2u.io/877/879/722_905bf79990.png","mime":"image/png","caption":null,"formats":{"large_avif":{"url":"https://media.top2u.io/877/879/large_avif_722_905bf79990.avif","mime":"image/avif"},"large_webp":{"url":"https://media.top2u.io/877/879/large_webp_722_905bf79990.webp","mime":"image/webp"},"small_avif":{"url":"https://media.top2u.io/877/879/small_avif_722_905bf79990.avif","mime":"image/avif"},"small_webp":{"url":"https://media.top2u.io/877/879/small_webp_722_905bf79990.webp","mime":"image/webp"},"medium_avif":{"url":"https://media.top2u.io/877/879/medium_avif_722_905bf79990.avif","mime":"image/avif"},"medium_webp":{"url":"https://media.top2u.io/877/879/medium_webp_722_905bf79990.webp","mime":"image/webp"}}}},"team_b":{"id":49950,"name":"Athletic Club","short_name":"Athletic","tla_name":"ATH","type":"club","gender":"male","status":"active","official_name":"Athletic Club de Bilbao","founded":1898,"colors":"Red,White,Black","nicknames":"Los Leones","createdAt":"2024-11-05T10:35:47.753Z","updatedAt":"2025-08-11T14:52:23.739Z","website":"http://www.athletic-club.eus","address":"Ibaigane, Alameda Mazarredo, 23","address_city":"Bilbao","address_zip":"48009","locale":"en","stb_id":"athletic-club-1","tier":null,"description":null,"top_position":null,"history_and_foundation":"## Key information about Athletic Bilbao\n\n**Athletic Bilbao** is not just a football club, but a **symbol of Basque culture**. It is known all over the world for its **unique policy** - only football players of **Basque origin** play here. No foreign transfers, no expensive purchases - only **own pets** and those with roots in the **Basque Country**.\n\nThe club was founded in **1898**, based in the city of **Bilbao**, Spain. **Atlético** is one of the few teams that **has never been relegated from La Liga**, along with **Real Madrid** and **Barcelona**.\n\nThe home arena is the legendary **San Mames**, which fans call the **\"Cathedral\"**. Here, every match is a **battle for honor and tradition**.","sporting_achievements":"## Athletic Bilbao: the history of the club\n\nThe history of **Athletics** began at the end of the **XIX century**, when **English engineers and workers** brought football to Bilbao. The Basques quickly fell in love with this game, and already in **1903** the team won the **Cup of Spain**, becoming one of the leaders of Spanish football.\n\nThe club has always been **unique**. At a time when other teams were buying stars, **Atletik** made a bet on its own pets. This did not prevent him from **dominating**: in the **1930s** the team became the **Champion of Spain** four times and won the **Cup of Spain** six times.\n\nOne of the best periods in the club's history is the **1980s**, when **Atlético** once again became the **champion of Spain**. And already in **2012**, the team reached the **Europa League final**, proving that even with a limited selection of players, great results can be achieved.\n","club_identity":"## Athletic Bilbao: San Mames Stadium\n\n**Athletic** fans don't just come to the stadium – they **live football**. And if this football takes place at **San Mames**, then it is something more than a game.\n\n* **Capacity** – more than 53,000 seats.\n* **Acoustics** – the sound of the fans is so powerful that opponents feel the pressure from the first minutes.\n* **Architecture** – modern design with preserved atmosphere of old San Mames.\n\nThis stadium is called **\"Cathedral\"** for a reason - here football rises to the level of **religion**.\n\n## Athletic Bilbao: achievements\n\n**Atletico** is one of the most successful clubs in Spain. Despite the limited personnel policy, he continues to **compete with the giants**.\n\n* **Champion of Spain** – 8 times.\n* **Cup of Spain** – 23 times.\n* **Spanish Super Cup** – 3 times.\n* **Europa League finalist** – 2012.","current_status_and_future":"## Athletic Bilbao: famous players\n\nThe club has trained many legendary football players:\n\n* **Telmo Sarra** is one of the best scorers in the history of La Liga.\n* **Rafa Iriondo** is an attacking leader in the 40s and 50s.\n* **Andoni Iraola** is a captain who has given the club more than 15 years.\n* **Aymeric Laporte** is one of the few who left the club and became a star at **Manchester City**.\n* **Iker Munyain** is a modern symbol of Athletics who has remained loyal to the club.\n\n## Athletic Bilbao: interesting facts\n\n* **Athletic** is the only club in the world that plays exclusively Basque football players.\n* In **1931** the team defeated **Barcelona** 12:1 – the biggest defeat of Catalans in history.\n* In **2015**, Atlético won the **Spanish Super Cup**, defeating **Barcelona** 5:1 over two legs.\n* 90% of the players of the main team are **club graduates**.\n* **Atletico** is one of the three clubs that **have never been relegated from La Liga** (along with **Real Madrid** and **Barcelona**).","stb_internal_id":"0192fbe5-1227-7799-b880-e7bd9f82e720","overrides":null,"has_social_media_links":true,"has_social_media_relations":false,"has_membership_relations":true,"has_matches":true,"has_article_relations":false,"history_and_foundation_html":"

Key information about Athletic Bilbao

Athletic Bilbao is not just a football club, but a symbol of Basque culture. It is known all over the world for its unique policy - only football players of Basque origin play here. No foreign transfers, no expensive purchases - only own pets and those with roots in the Basque Country.

The club was founded in 1898, based in the city of Bilbao, Spain. Atlético is one of the few teams that has never been relegated from La Liga, along with Real Madrid and Barcelona.

The home arena is the legendary San Mames, which fans call the \"Cathedral\". Here, every match is a battle for honor and tradition.

\n","sporting_achievements_html":"

Athletic Bilbao: the history of the club

The history of Athletics began at the end of the XIX century, when English engineers and workers brought football to Bilbao. The Basques quickly fell in love with this game, and already in 1903 the team won the Cup of Spain, becoming one of the leaders of Spanish football.

The club has always been unique. At a time when other teams were buying stars, Atletik made a bet on its own pets. This did not prevent him from dominating: in the 1930s the team became the Champion of Spain four times and won the Cup of Spain six times.

One of the best periods in the club's history is the 1980s, when Atlético once again became the champion of Spain. And already in 2012, the team reached the Europa League final, proving that even with a limited selection of players, great results can be achieved.

\n","club_identity_html":"

Athletic Bilbao: San Mames Stadium

Athletic fans don't just come to the stadium – they live football. And if this football takes place at San Mames, then it is something more than a game.

Capacity – more than 53,000 seats.
Acoustics – the sound of the fans is so powerful that opponents feel the pressure from the first minutes.
Architecture – modern design with preserved atmosphere of old San Mames.

This stadium is called \"Cathedral\" for a reason - here football rises to the level of religion.

Athletic Bilbao: achievements

Atletico is one of the most successful clubs in Spain. Despite the limited personnel policy, he continues to compete with the giants.

Champion of Spain – 8 times.
Cup of Spain – 23 times.
Spanish Super Cup – 3 times.
Europa League finalist – 2012.

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Athletic Bilbao: famous players

The club has trained many legendary football players:

Telmo Sarra is one of the best scorers in the history of La Liga.
Rafa Iriondo is an attacking leader in the 40s and 50s.
Andoni Iraola is a captain who has given the club more than 15 years.
Aymeric Laporte is one of the few who left the club and became a star at Manchester City.
Iker Munyain is a modern symbol of Athletics who has remained loyal to the club.

Athletic Bilbao: interesting facts

Athletic is the only club in the world that plays exclusively Basque football players.
In 1931 the team defeated Barcelona 12:1 – the biggest defeat of Catalans in history.
In 2015, Atlético won the Spanish Super Cup, defeating Barcelona 5:1 over two legs.
90% of the players of the main team are club graduates.
Atletico is one of the three clubs that have never been relegated from La Liga (along with Real Madrid and Barcelona).

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Santiago Lencina: Career