N a world where football has become big business, one team stands out for its different approach Established well over a century ago, Bilbao's Athletic Club is owned by its members rather than venture capitalists, and until a linkup with local oil firm Petronor in 08 had refused to carry shirt sponsorship, in stark difference to the majority of Europe's top teamsThe stadium lies about 2 kilometres east of Bilbao's old city centre, but closer to its main shopping areas, and also Athletic Bilbao Wikipedia They are known as Los Leones (The Lions) because their stadium was built near a church called San Mamés (Saint Mammes) Athletic de Bilbao used to play until 12 in the San Mames stadium (also known as La Catedral) Since 13 the club is playing in anew stadium Athletic Bilbao is known for its rivalry with Real Madrid Atletico Madrid was founded by Bask students in Madrid The old relationship between both teams is visible in the red blue jerseys of both teams
Athletic Bilbao Stadium 17 18 San Mames Stadium Map Photos
