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Atletic Bilbao, commonly referred to as Atletic or Athletic, is a professional football club based in Bilbao, Basque Country, Spain. Founded in 1903, the club is one of the most successful and historic teams in Spanish football. Atletic Bilbao has won the La Liga title a record 8 times, and has also won the Copa del Rey 23 times, making it one of the most successful clubs in Spanish football history.

The club's home ground is the San Mamés Stadium, which has a capacity of over 53,000 spectators. Atletic Bilbao is known for its strong connection to the Basque region and has a large and passionate fan base, often referred to as "Los Leones" or "The Lions."

The club's traditional colors are red and white, and their crest features a lion, which is also the symbol of the Basque region. Atletic Bilbao has a strong youth academy, which has produced many talented players over the years, including current Spanish international players such as Mikel Vesga and Iñaki Williams.

Atletic Bilbao has a long-standing rivalry with Real Sociedad, another Basque club, and their matches are often referred to as the "Basque Derby." The club has also had a successful European campaign, reaching the semi-finals of the UEFA Champions League in the 2015-16 season.