1903
Where the story begins
Basque students living in Madrid founded Athletic Club de Madrid on 26 April 1903. The club developed an identity distinct from its city rivals.
Football Stories / Madrid, Spain
Atletico de MadridHistory & journey
Another Madrid story, written in red and white.
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Founded 1903Illustrative jersey. Independent fan guide.
1903-2016Milestones covered4 chaptersA chronological journey5 questionsNo timer or sign-in
2026-27 Champions League league-phase club. UEFA roster source, checked 12 September 2026. Concise milestone guide; follow the archive for a fuller history.
Beyond the scoreline
The journey, chapter by chapter.
Another Madrid story, written in red and white. This concise guide selects four milestones from the club's journey. It is a starting point for the linked archive, not a complete season-by-season history or live results feed.
1962
A first European trophy
Atletico beat Fiorentina 3-0 in a replay to win the Cup Winners' Cup. The replay followed a drawn final and was delayed until September.
1996
The domestic double
Atletico won La Liga and the Copa del Rey in 1995/96. The league title was secured with a 2-0 win over Albacete at the Vicente Calderon.
2014-2016
Two more European finals
Diego Simeone's Atletico reached the Champions League finals in 2014 and 2016. Neither ended with the trophy, but both belong among the club's defining modern campaigns.
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Which year marks Atletico de Madrid's founding roots in this guide?
1903. Basque students living in Madrid founded Athletic Club de Madrid on 26 April 1903. The club developed an identity distinct from its city rivals.
Which country does Atletico de Madrid represent in the 2026/27 league phase?
Spain. UEFA lists Atletico de Madrid among the clubs representing Spain in the 2026/27 league phase.
Whom did Atletico beat in the 1962 replay?
Fiorentina. Atletico beat Fiorentina 3-0 in a replay to win the Cup Winners' Cup. The replay followed a drawn final and was delayed until September.
Which two trophies made up the 1996 Double?
La Liga and Copa del Rey. Atletico won La Liga and the Copa del Rey in 1995/96. The league title was secured with a 2-0 win over Albacete at the Vicente Calderon.
Who coached Atletico to the 2014 and 2016 finals?
Diego Simeone. Diego Simeone's Atletico reached the Champions League finals in 2014 and 2016. Neither ended with the trophy, but both belong among the club's defining modern campaigns.
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Sources & editorial notes.
Original summaries based on the club and competition sources below. Historical milestones are dated; current squads, live standings and changing tour details are not maintained here. This collection focuses on selected men's first-team eras, not the complete history of every club department.
- Atletico de Madrid: historical source
- Atletico de Madrid: 1962 source
- Atletico de Madrid: 1996 source
- Atletico de Madrid: 2014-2016 source
- UEFA: 2026/27 league-phase participants (checked 12 September 2026)
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