Athletic Bilbao, officially known as Athletic Club, is a professional football (soccer) club based in Bilbao, Spain. It is one of the oldest football clubs in the country, founded in 1898. The club is noted for its unique policy of fielding only players who are either from the Basque Country or are of Basque heritage. This approach is rooted in the club’s identity and pride in Basque culture. Athletic Bilbao is known for its passionate fan base and traditional rivalry with Real Sociedad, another club from the Basque region. They play their home matches at the San Mamés Stadium, which has been the club’s home ground since its establishment. Athletic Bilbao has a rich history of success, including numerous championships in both domestic and international competitions.
Maron Sannadi makes his highly-anticipated debut for Athletic Bilbao against Real Betis. The 24-year-old forward has joined from Barakaldo and has a contract until 2029. Sannadi wears the number 21…