The recent incident of racism at the Atletico Madrid vs Athletic Club match has once again brought to light the ongoing issue of racism in Spanish soccer. Spain forward Nico Williams was subjected to racial abuse by fans, who shouted “monkey” at him while he was taking a corner kick in the first half. This
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Athletic Club fans flooded the streets of Bilbao in a sea of red and white to celebrate their team’s Copa del Rey victory. The players took a unique route through the city on a river boat, marking the club’s first major trophy win in 40 years. The traditional celebration on the barge, ‘La Gabarra,’ drew
Recently, the news broke that four Athletic Club players are currently under investigation by the police in Bilbao for holding an impromptu street party to celebrate their Copa del Rey win. The squad’s victory after 40 years without a major trophy was indeed a cause for celebration, but their unauthorized actions have now landed them
Chelsea, known for their aggressive approach in the transfer market, are currently facing financial constraints that may impact their ability to secure the talents they desire. With a reported pre-tax loss of £90.1m ($117m) for the year 2023, and a previous loss of £121.4m, the club’s spending power has been significantly reduced. This has raised
Chelsea’s interest in Athletic Club winger Nico Williams has been well-documented, with reports suggesting that the Blues have been monitoring the 21-year-old for several months. Williams, who has been in impressive form for the LaLiga side this season, has attracted attention due to his versatility and attacking prowess. With a release clause of £43 million,
Recently, a court has made a decision to dismiss a lawsuit brought against LaLiga by Real Madrid and Athletic Club regarding the legality of the CVC investment deal. This deal, known as the “Boost LaLiga” project, involved LaLiga and its clubs receiving a substantial amount of money from CVC in exchange for a share of
After Friday’s draw, it was revealed that Atlético Madrid will be facing Athletic Club in the semifinal of the Copa del Rey. This matchup is highly anticipated as both teams have shown great form in the competition. Atlético secured their spot in the semifinals with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Sevilla, while Athletic managed to