bilbao vs atlético madridt imeline
bilbao vs atlético madrid
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Bilbao vs Atlético Madrid: A Timeline
Early Encounters (1903 - 1950s):
1903: First competitive meeting in the Copa del Rey, with Atlético Madrid winning 3-2.
1910s-1920s: Occasional meetings in the Copa del Rey and regional competitions, with a mix of wins and losses for both sides.
1934: Athletic Bilbao claim their first La Liga title, setting the stage for future rivalry.
1940s-1950s: Atlético Madrid establish themselves as a major force in Spanish football, but Bilbao remain competitive.
Intensifying Rivalry (1960s - 1980s):
1960s-1970s: Both teams experience periods of dominance, leading to several close encounters and dramatic matches.
1974: Bilbao win the Copa del Rey, beating Atlético Madrid 2-0 in the final.
1977: Atlético Madrid gain revenge in the Copa del Rey final, defeating Bilbao 1-0.
1983: Bilbao achieve another La Liga title, further fueling the rivalry.
League Domination and European Battles (1990s - 2010s):
1990s: Atlético Madrid win three La Liga titles and reach the Champions League final, while Bilbao experience a dip in form.
2000s: Both teams re-emerge as contenders, with Bilbao reaching the Copa del Rey final in 2009 and Atlético Madrid winning the Europa League twice.
2011-2012: An epic Copa del Rey final, with Atlético Madrid winning 3-0 after extra time.
Recent Years (2013 - Present):
2013: Atlético Madrid win their first La Liga title in 18 years, while Bilbao remain a consistent top-half team.
2020s: The rivalry continues to be competitive, with close matches in La Liga and Copa del Rey.
2023: Atlético Madrid win the most recent La Liga encounter between the two teams (1-0) in February.
Key Statistics:
Total La Liga meetings: 145
Bilbao wins: 48
Atlético Madrid wins: 64
Draws: 33
Goals scored: 458 (average 3.16 per game)
This is just a brief overview of the Bilbao vs Atlético Madrid timeline.