Athletic Bilbao v Elche

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Sunday 22 Feb 2026

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17:00 Local Time

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San Mamés Stadium • 

Bilbao, SpainShow on map

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Athletic Bilbao, founded in 1898, is a Spanish football club hailing from the city of Bilbao. Known as "Los Leones" or "The Lions", they play in the top division of Spanish football, La Liga. The club has a remarkable record of never being relegated to a lower division, making them one of the most consistent teams in the league. Athletic Bilbao has won numerous titles throughout its history, including 8 Spanish titles and 23 Copa del Rey titles, making them the second most successful team in the competition's history. The team has also had several notable players throughout the years, such as Andoni Zubizarreta, Aritz Aduriz, and the legendary striker Telmo Zarra. Known for their strong values and tradition, Athletic Bilbao has a unique policy of only fielding players of Basque descent, making them stand out in the world of football. They currently play their home matches at the iconic San Mames Stadium, which has a capacity of over 53,000 spectators.

Elche CF, also known as Elche Club de Fútbol, is a professional football team based in the city of Elche, Spain. They currently compete in the second division of the Spanish football league system, the Segunda División. Founded in 1923, Elche CF has a rich history in Spanish football, with their biggest achievement being the winning of the Copa del Rey in 1969. The team's home ground is the Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero, which has a capacity of over 33,000 spectators. Notable players who have represented Elche CF include Argentinean striker Pablo Piatti, Spanish midfielder Ramón Folch, and Dutch defender Sander Van Eijck. With a strong team and devoted fan base, Elche CF is a formidable force in Spanish football and continues to strive for success in future competitions.