DISCOVER SPAIN WITH LALIGA:

SPANISH CLUBS,SPANISH CITIES& SPANISH LANGUAGE

TABLE OF CONTENT

Introduction letter

Club/City

Athletic Club...........................................................................................................................6

FC Barcelona...........................................................................................................................8

RCD Espanyol.......................................................................................................................10

Real Madrid...........................................................................................................................12

Atlético Madrid.....................................................................................................................14

Sevilla FC...............................................................................................................................16

RC Deportivo........................................................................................................................18

Real Betis..............................................................................................................................20

Real Sociedad.......................................................................................................................22

Levante UD...........................................................................................................................24

Valencia CF............................................................................................................................26

D. Alavés...............................................................................................................................28

Villarreal CF...........................................................................................................................30

RC Celta................................................................................................................................32

CD Leganés..........................................................................................................................34

Girona FC..............................................................................................................................36

SD Eibar................................................................................................................................38

UD Las Palmas......................................................................................................................40

Getafe CF..............................................................................................................................42

Málaga CF.............................................................................................................................44

Dictionary

Organised by chronological order of club foundation

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JAVIER TEBASLaLiga President

INTRODUCTION – SINGAPORE DICTIONARYWelcome to LaLiga, the Spanish top-flight

football competition with fans all over the globe.

We invite you to indulge in these pages and get

a closer look at our teams, the best in the world.

If you haven’t picked a team yet, you’re sure to

find one to follow. By getting to know LaLiga

you’ll be getting to know Spain too, since most

of the big cities have a team. We want you to

experience the passion and emotion of this

unique competition with us. After all, LaLiga is

there for you to enjoy.

We will soon be celebrating the 50th anniversary

of the establishment of diplomatic relations

between Spain and Singapore. It’s a great

honour for us to have opened a LaLiga office

in Singapore in March 2017. LaLiga is strongly

committed to get closer to all our fans around

the world. Singapore, as a leading global hub,

and all Singaporean football lovers, are therefore

key for us.

With each passing day, LaLiga is becoming a more

international, diverse and global competition.

We’ll keep working hard to bring our brand of

football to all corners of the globe – not just the

90 minutes of action on the pitch, but everything

else associated with the beautiful game. I don’t

want to end this without stressing the importance

of the role played by Pilar Mendez, the Deputy

Head of Mission of the Embassy of Spain in

Singapore. Without her input this initiative would

not have been possible.

Keep reading

and see for yourself.It´s not

football, it´s LaLiga,

the best league in

the world.

Welcome to the greatest sporting

spectacle on earth.Bienvenido a LaLiga

Athletic Club

Let San Mamés roar!Athletic Club was founded in

1898, and it is one of three

clubs that have played all

seasons in First Division,

together with FC Barcelona

and Real Madrid CF.

It has won 8 Leagues, 24 King´s Cups,

2 Spanish Super Cups, one UEFA Cup

Sub Championship and one UEFA

Europa League Sub Championship.

Athletic Club is well known for its

sports policy, which states that all of

the team’s players must have been

born or trained in the Basque Country

and the so-called Basque Provinces.

Their stadium, San Mamés, is also

known as “The Cathedral”.

Characteristic:

“Canterano”(homegrown players)

Words of the team:

The Lions (the legend says that San Mamés subdued the lions that were going to kill him)

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BILBAOThe Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, the great icon of the city, celebrates its 20th anniversary this year.

Do not missBilbao is the largest city in the Basque Country. Its surprising transformation from an industrial city to metropolis of vanguard, increase their domestic and international arrivals.

There are several experiences to

try while in Bilbao. Make sure to

visit the popular Guggenheim

Museum, Fine Arts Museum and the

Alhóndiga. Stroll through the Old

Town and its seven streets, the two

banks of the estuary that vertebrates

the metropolis, the Eixample and

the Artxanda hill, which offers a

panoramic view of the city.

A good way to get to know the

Basque Country is through its

gastronomy. Take part in deep-rooted

regional culinary tours such as a visit

to Ribera Market for its fresh and local

produce or going out for “pinchos”.

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The best way is to relax and explore the areas dedicated to “pinchos”. See the counters crammed with these little gastronomic gems. Sample them and feel vibe of the Bilbao.

This consists of sampling miniature

dishes that fill the counters in bars and

taverns. It is also the perfect excuse to

discover the historic centres of Basque

towns and cities.

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F.C. Barcelona

More than a ClubFC Barcelona was founded in 1899 by a group of international students who were living in Barcelona.

The creation of the club was the consequence of an expansion process in

the football practices and other sports of British origin in Europe. Hence the

intercultural nature of the club, its multi-sport purpose vocation and the will to

take root in Barcelona. The establishment of the Club coincided with the first

years of sports’ practices in Catalonia, in a context of its own social and cultural

climate, prone to adaption of a modern leisure model.

Its history of success: F.C. Barcelona has 24 Leagues, 5 Champions Leagues and

29 King’s Cups.

Characteristic:

Inspirational

Words of the team:

¡Visca Barça! / Culés (Butt – in the past you could see the

butt of the spectators from outside the stadium)

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BARCELONABarcelona is the city of Antoni Gaudí, Joan Miró and the early years of Pablo Picasso. It is known for its boutiques and is a city to enjoy on foot, making the most of the favorable climate.

Do not missBarcelona is a hospitable and inclusive city that welcomes you to enjoy its Mediterranean culture and tradition, its varied range of shops, its prestigious gastronomy, and endless recreational and cultural attractions.

Today, Barcelona is a modern, cosmopolitan, and dynamic city; a comfortable place which is best explored on foot. It is a hotbed of artistic talent where design oozes from every corner, and the architecture is its most outstanding feature, particularly in the legacy of its home-grown art nouveau, or modernista buildings.

But, Barcelona is much more. Discover the area that makes up the Barcelona province, between the Cadí mountain range and the Mediterranean sea. It’s a tourist destination rich in contrasts, history and natural landscapes.

BARCELONA SHOPPING CITYIn Barcelona, visitors will find prestigious international brands alongside establishments brimming with history and character giving the city a special individuality. With more than 20 retail hubs extending across its various districts, the city offers a unique shopping experience that sets it apart from others. In addition to its shops, Barcelona has a large number of shopping centers with recreational areas, bars and restaurants for whiling away the time on your own or with your friends and family.

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R.C.D. Espanyol

A solid projectReal Club Deportivo Espanyol de Barcelona is one of the oldest clubs in LaLiga.

In October of 1900, in the classrooms

of the University of Barcelona, the

Spanish Football Society was born, a

name that was given to the team by

its founder and first president, Ángel

Rodríguez.

Their main signs of identity and

what determined the original name

of this new sports club was that all

of its members were Catalans or

born in the rest of Spain, in contrast

to other teams, that were formed

mainly by English members and

other nationalities. Presided by

Chen Yansheng, this team aspires to

be one of LaLiga’s most important

teams.

Characteristic:

Exhilarating

Words of the team:

Small Parrots (there were a lot of these birds in the

neighbourhood of their previous stadium)

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BARCELONA

Do not missBarcelona always surprises visitors.

Whether you’ve been gone for a

month or two years, and especially

if you’ve never been here before,

the city always has something new

to discover: the Torre Bellesguard,

the Sant Pau modernista site, the

Casa de les Punxes, or the Plaça de

les Glòries where you can visit the

Design Museum, you can also browse

the nearby Encants flea market,

overlooked by another new city

icon, the multicolored tower by Jean

Nouvel. From here, journey through

Poblenou, a once great industrial zone

now full of art galleries, restaurants

and businesses.

Barcelona is a city filled with art. In

addition to its wonderful architecture,

you can enjoy open-air sculptures and

murals as well as world renowned art

galleries.

Barcelona, Food & Wine

Gastronomy is one of Barcelona’s top attractions. The Mediterranean diet is among the healthiest in the world, and the key to its success lies in this region that draws on the finest natural produce, and a rich history of wine production.

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Real Madrid

Making historyReal Madrid CF was officially registered by its club members on March 6, 1902.

Its first president was Juan Palacios, while Florentino Pérez currently occupies

the role. The Club’s successful history includes: Trophy for the best FIFA Club

of the 20th Century, 12 Champions Leagues, 33 Leagues and 19 King’s Cups

among others.

After 59 years, last season, the white club won both LaLiga and the Champions

League, and it became the first team ever to win the Champions League twice

in a row. With their team members being younger in average, the stakes are

high for this season. The Real Madrid’s goal is to achieve the “Sextete”.

Characteristic:

Unstoppable

Words of the team:

Merengues (Meringue - due to the colour of their uniform) / Blancos

(Whites) / Vikingos (Vikings – because they conquer Europe as the Vikings did)

/ Hala Madrid!

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MADRIDMadrid is also home to one the world´s most popular football clubs: Real Madrid. Their fans meet at the Cibeles Fountain.

Do not missOne thing that sets Madrid apart from the others, is the city’s wide variety of cultural and leisure options, enough to keep you busy from the early morning until late at night.

While there are many leisure activities you can enjoy during daytime, Madrid also becomes alive at night. The city´s different districts offer great nightlife options for anyone to enjoy. Malasaña and the area surrounding the Square of Dos de Mayo are the main places to hang out at night while there are many trendy clubs available in Paseo de la Castellana and the streets around it.

You can either spend an unforgettable evening in a theater while enjoying classical concerts or shows. Another option is to experience the city´s nightlife in clubs and discos. Or if your mood is just to relax, there are plenty of cafés or terraces lying around the streets for you to hang-out.

GastronomyHead down to El Botin after a day of touring around the city to know how it feels like to dine in the Oldest Restaurant in the World according to the Guiness World Book of Records!

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On April 1903, promoted by a group of Basque students, the Athletic Club of Madrid (Its first name) was born.

Enrique Allende was appointed the first president, and the team’s jersey was

blue and white with vertical stripes. The red and white jersey was not used

until January 1911, with the consequent team’s nickname of “colchoneros”

(mattresses) due to the similarity of the jersey with the covers of the mattresses

of the time.

The success history of Atlético is as follows: 10 Leagues, 10 King’s Cups, 2

Spanish Super Cups, 1 Intercontinental, 2 UEFA Europe Leagues, 2 Europe

Super Cups and 1 Recopa. This season, Atlético begins a new phase in the

Metropolitan Wanda Stadium, where it is expected to continue with its success.

New stadium, same feeling

Atlético Madrid

Characteristic:

Fighters

WORDS OF THE TEAM:

Colchoneros (resemblance to old mattresses) / Indians / ¡Aúpa Atleti!

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Tapas are a wide variety of snacks, in Spanish cuisine.You can end your day enjoying a flamenco show. In Madrid, you get to choose to watch it in the theaters of the city or at small flamenco stages called Tablaos.

And last but not least, don’t forget the various offers for shopping in the neighborhoods of Barrio Salamanca, Chueca and Malasaña. You’ll find best items from the Haûte Couture to the more trendy fashion.

MADRIDNeptune Fountain is where the Atletico Madrid and their fans celebrate the team´s victories

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It is hard to decide where to begin with the cultural tour in Madrid.

You can enjoy the Paseo del Arte

where you will find the city’s top

museums (Prado, Reina Sofia and

Thyssen), or explore the historic center

of Madrid de los Asturias. It shouldn’t

be forgotten that there are also plenty

of cultural centers providing you

Spanish art and culture like the Conde

Duque, Centro-Centro and Cibeles.

You’ll also find so-called House

Museums in within the city. There

you’ll get the possibility of enjoying

art, while visiting the mansions where

important artists or benefactors used

to lived.

Don’t miss the many tapas tour

available in the city. It is a great way

to discover Madrid´s historical and

cultural identity.

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Traditional restaurants rub shoulders with Michelin-starred establishment in Madrid. With over 15,000 restaurants around the city, there’s something for everyone to try.

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Sevilla F.C.

Never give upSevilla FC is the oldest football team in the city of Sevilla.

Founded in January 1890 as a private cultural and sports association, it was

officially registered in October 1905. It is the most lauded team in Andalucia,

with 18 regional titles, a record in national football history, one League, five

King’s Cups and one Super Cup.

In international championships, they won one UEFA Super Cup and five

UEFA Europa League, being the team with the highest number of titles in

this championship. Sevilla FC was considered the world’s best team in 2006

and 2007. Last season Sevilla secured a place for the next edition of the

Champions League by finishing in the 4th position of LaLiga

Characteristic:

Passionate

Words of the team:

Palanganas / Nervionenses (from Nervion, the Club’s

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SEVILLADelve into Seville´s charming streets, explore legendary stories and discover the city´s unique districts.

Do not missOne of the attractions that Seville has but is not written on guidebooks is the city´s lifestyle. You can never truly enjoy a trip to Seville without being immerse within the margin of how locals live their daily lives.

In Seville, the streets and squares are the places they converted into an extension of the home. They normally treat these open-air spaces as a place to hang-out and meet with family and friends. You will see that people of all ages, whether a local or a tourist, to gather in parks or squares such as the Plaza España or La Alameda.

Another good reason to feel the lifestyle of Seville is to experience their festivals. Two of the most important annual festivities of the city are the Semana Santa (Holy Week) and Feria de Abril (April Fair). Both of these important celebrations have been declared of National Tourist Interest and truly reflect the devotion and tradition of the people of Seville. It is also a way for them to welcome visitors and show the city´s culture.

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Tapas are the heart of Seville´s gastronomic culture. These small dishes of traditional and surprising creations of chefs are reflection of the city´s rich heritage.

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R.C. Deportivo

Goal: Don’t suffer in the last roundsFounded in 1906, Real Club Deportivo de la Coruña is a team

with a lot of history in Spanish football and one of the nine

clubs that has been able to win LaLiga (1999-2000), of which

they have also been runner-up on five occasions.

They have achieved five other titles throughout the years: two King’s cups (1995

and 2002) and three Spanish Super Cups (1995, 2000 and 2002).

Real Club Deportivo de la Coruña plays in the Riazor stadium, with a capacity

of 32,660 spectators. Last year they finished the season in the sixteenth

position. Their primary goal for this season is to get settled in the category and

look towards Europe.

Characteristic:

Self-confidentWords of the team:

Herculian (due to Hercules’s tower, a

monument of the A Coruña) / ¡Forza Depor!

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A CORUÑAThe Tower of Hercules, the oldest working lighthouse in the world and World Heritage from UNESCO

DO NOT MISSA Coruña, with 250,000 inhabitants, is the second most populated city in Galicia.

Known by the Romans as Brigantia,

where they built the city’s emblematic

lighthouse: the Tower of Hercules, the

oldest working lighthouse in the world.

A tour round the city’s old quarter can

start off from Plaza del Obelisco, in the

centre, where you can appreciate the

bustling local life while taking a walk

along Calle Real and Calle Rego de

Auga, the most traditional shopping

streets, which run onto the magnificent

Plaza de María Pita, where you can see

the splendid, Art-Nouveau-style City

Council Building.

This square is a good base for

exploring the old quarter, to discover

A Coruña’s most significant historical

events, as the city’s origins stem

precisely from this area.

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Here, you can visit the Romanesque,

11th-century Church of Santiago,

with Gothic elements from the 14th

and 15th centuries; the suggestive

Plaza de Azcárraga or the Collegiate

of Santa María.

GastronomyA Coruña has one of the main fishing ports in Europe so its restaurants offer fresh and varied fish. In the bars of the center of A Coruña is essential to enjoy a ration of ‘pulpo á feira’ (octopus to the fair), one of the most typical dishes of Galicia.

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Real Betis

In search of the final jumpReal Betis Balompié was founded on the 12th of September of 1907, under the name of Sevilla Balompié. This club took over Real Betis FC in 1914.

Its colours are green and white,

and its shield represents a triangle

crowned with the Royal Crown. Real

Betis was the champion of LaLiga in

1935 and won the King’s Cup in 1977

and 2005. Last season they finished

LaLiga in the fifteenth position of the

classification. The “Manquepierda”

(even if you lose) is the slogan that

identifies them and defines the

feeling of their fans.

Characteristic:

AmbitiousWords of the team:

¡Mucho Betis! (Much Betis) / Verdiblancos (green and white – the colour of their shirts)

Betis plays their matches as a local

team in Benito Villamarín stadium,

which has a capacity of 52,500

spectators.

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SEVILLAThe Guadalquivir is a river that has played a leading role in the history of the city. The Romans called it Río Betis.

Do not missAmong all the historical buildings

that Seville treasures, there are three

constructions that you cannot miss:

the Real Alcázar, the Giralda and the

Cathedral. This set of gems is situated

next to the Archive of the Indies, a

site declared as a World Heritage by

UNESCO.

Seville´s Giralda is a tower that features

dimensions that traces the timeline of

its construction (from the XII century

to the XVI). The Giralda is a perfect

combination of different architectural

style. It is a tower that starts off being

a minaret and ends up being a bell

tower.

A few meters from the Cathedral, you

will see the walls behind which extends

to the Real Alcazar of Seville: a palace

of palaces that is uniquely beautiful.

Since the Middle Ages this walled

enclosure has served as a residence

for the kings of different eras, leaving

traces of differenty architectural

legacy. Several films or TV Series

has surrender to its charm, the most

prominent is the “Game of Thrones”.

Flamenco is the purest expression of Spanish Musical Art and a trademark of Seville. Anyone who feels its contagious rhythm and profound passion cannot help but admire it.

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Real Sociedad

All out!Real Sociedad de Fútbol is one of the country’s historic clubs. The club was founded on September 7, 1909, and was one of the ten teams in 1929 to play in the first League.

It is one of the nine clubs that have

won LaLiga at least once. The club’s

successful history includes two

Leagues (80-81 and 81-82), two King’s

Cup (1909 and 86-87) and the First

Super Cup ever played. The Club has

participated four times in the highest

continental championship (twice in

the Europe Cup and other two in the

Champions League) reaching the

semi-finals in the 82-83 season. It has

also participated once in the Recopa,

eight times in the UEFA Cup and

once in the UEFA Europa League.

Characteristic:

Teamwork

Words of the team:

Txuri Urdin (White and blue in Basque) / Gora

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SAN SEBASTIANLa Concha Bay: the city’s iconic natural scenery.

Do not missSan Sebastian has been given the title as the European cultural Capital for the year 2016 and is considered as one of the most important city along the Basque coast.

Its open sea, proximity to France and its exquisite setting will seduce anyone to come and visit the city-

Don´t miss La Concha, one of the most beautiful bays in the world and the “Parte de Vieja” or the Old Part of the city where you can see French influences on arts in streets and just feel the romantic vibe all around.

Take a stroll as well by the seafront where you can see the “Peine de los Vientos” until you reach Kursaal. If you like nature and beach, there are plenty of activities that you can enjoy like surfing, hiking or just simply relaxing by the sea.

GastronomySan Sebastian is the city with the

most number of Michelin Star restau-

rants in the world. You can also head

down to a cider house or go out for

pintxos to taste the authentic local

flavors.

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Levante U.D.

Back to stayLevante Unión Deportiva is a centennial club, the oldest one

in Valencia.

In 1909, they founded Real Gimnástico Club de Fútbol and Fútbol Club

Levante, coinciding with the founding of the Valencian Federation of Football.

Both merged in 1939 under the name Unión Deportiva Levante Gimnástico,

becoming the Levante Unión Deportiva in 1941.

Nowadays, the club is experiencing its best moments, staying in the elite of

the Spanish Football during nine of the last twelve seasons and debuting in a

European championship in the 2012-2013 season of the UEFA Europa League.

Characteristic:

Resolute

Words of the team:

Granotas (frogs in Valencian, there were a lot of them close to a former stadium) / Macho Levante!

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Characteristic:

Resolute

Words of the team:

Granotas (frogs in Valencian, there were a lot of them close to a former stadium) / Macho Levante!

VALENCIAA surprising destination where you mix in the perfect climate, friendly locals and smart urban planning… you might never want to leave!

Do not missLas Fallas, one of the largest festivals in the world was added to UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage of humanity list on 30 November 2016, and takes place from the 15th until the 19th of March.

It welcomes spring with giant papier-mâché figures all over the city that are burnt on the last evening with the exception of one, which is preserved at the Fallas Museum. Besides the city of Valencia, there is much more to see without travelling far away. Immerse in the history of the region and explore the Roman remains in Sagunto, and Ducal Palace in Gandía. The historic town of Xátiva has been declared a historical-artistic site. Home to the painter José Ribera, The Españoleto, and two Popes from the Borja dynasty, Xátiva’s importance has stood out over centuries.

Do not miss La Tomatina: the Tomato festival is considered a Festivity of International Tourist Interest due to its incredible success over the decades and its ever-growing popularity.

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Valencia C.F.

Goal: Reclaim their positionValencia CF was founded in March 1919 and, after shining in regional championships, in the 30’s they ascended to First division, a category they were competing in, except for one season.

Since then, they have obtained six League titles, seven King’s Cups, one

Spanish Super Cup, one UEFA Cup, two Fairs Cups, two Europe Super Cups

and one Recopa. They have reached two finals of the UEFA Champions League

and in 2004, they were awarded the World’s best club. The Valencia play their

home matches in Mestalla.

Some of its most outstanding players include Mundo, Waldo, Claramunt,

Kempes, Ayala, Cañizares, Aimar, Mendieta, Baraja, Albelda and Villa.

Characteristic:

Character

Words of the team:

Amunt Valencia! / Los Ches

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VALENCIASun-kissed shores, a booming foodie scene and 2.000 years of history make Valencia one of the best cities to visit in Spain.

DO NOT MISSValencia is one of the most

vibrant destinations in Europe.

With a privileged location by the

Mediterranean Sea, it offers the

perfect combination of great weather

and beaches, amazing historic sites

and modern architecture, diverse

shopping opportunities and a fantastic

array of restaurants and bars to enjoy

delicious food or dance the night

away.

VALENCIA IS A CITY OF CULTURE, GALLERIES, THEATRES...

More than 30 museums and

historical treasures in the city

provide knowledge, teaching and

entertainment. Its old town is full of

treasures, such as the Cathedral with

the Chapel that houses the Holy Grail

and the frescos of the Church of San

Nicolás, also known as the “Valencian

Sistine Chapel”, The Silk Exchange

and the Water Tribunal.

Valencian gastronomy has an excellent quality

which includes locally grown ingredients,

such as rice (Valencian Paella, the original one),

oranges, tiger nuts and fruit and vegetables.

In contrast to this old architecture,

Santiago Calatrava’s masterpiece,

The City of Arts & Sciences offers a

futuristic complex of buildings with a

spectacular and unique designs.

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D. Alavés

Founded in 1921, Deportivo Alavés is experiencing one of its best moments in its 96-years history.

After a long struggle of ten years in the silver and bronze divisions, The

Glorious has managed to maintain its position in the top category of the

Spanish football. With only seven more rounds to go before the season was

over, Deportivo Alavés ended in the 9th place, the second best historical

position of the Club in the First Category.

As the culmination of an extraordinary season, for the first time, they played in

the final of The King’s Cup against Barcelona, on the 27 of May in the Vicente

Calderón stadium. Alavés fans enjoyed the whole match, and the final score of

3-1 in favour of the FC Barcelona did not tarnish the success of the season.

Characteristic:

Committed

Words of the team:The Glorious /

Babazorros (word of Basque origin to refer to

people from Alava)

I want to see you play in Europe once again

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VITORIAThe historical ensemble of the old part of the city retains its medieval imprints.

Do not missVitoria-Gasteiz is the administrative capital of the Basque Country. Every little

corners, gardens and tree-lined boulevards, makes this city a remarkable green

space that does not disturb the careful urban layout.

It has a medieval city centre, in where it is possible to find many places of iconic

landmarks, such as Plaza de la Virgen Blanca (White Virgin Square) and historic

buildings like the Cathedral of Santa María. From here, the city harmonically

unfolds into a romantic atmosphere and view of the new suburbs which serves

as a reminder of the grandeur of Vitoria.

The natural heritage of the region where Vitoria lies is greatly diverse. This

is evident through the amount of protected spaces that it has, such as the

Valderejo Nature Reserves, the Izki Nature Reserve, and the Área de Gorbeia

Nature Reserve which is considered to be one of the biggest natural tourist

attractions in the Basque Country.

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In addition to the pintxos, Vitoria is also famous for its sweet delicacies. Now from Vitoria, you can drive to Rioja Alavesa for their world class wines.

Characteristic:

Committed

Words of the team:The Glorious /

Babazorros (word of Basque origin to refer to

people from Alava)

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Villarreal C.F.

All ready to get a trophyFounded in March 1923, Villarreal began their journey at the El Madrigal Stadium, which became La Ceramica Stadium in 2017.

Since the arrival of their current president, Fernando Roig in the 97-98 season, Villarreal CF has played a total of 17 seasons in First Division, and was a runner-up in the 07-08 season. They have played in the Europe championship for more than a decade, reaching the semi-finals of the 05-06 Champions League during their very first participation.

Last season, they finished LaLiga in 5th place, affording them a chance to play in the UEFA Europa League this year.

Characteristic:

Competitive

Words of the team:Submarino Amarillo - Yellow Submarine (due to the colour of their shirt and the Beatles’ song)

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VILLARREALOne thing that makes Villarreal important is that this city is the home of the most essential ceramic factories in Spain.

Do not missGet to know picturesque

towns and villages and

medieval jewels in the

interior of Castellón province

and enjoy the beauty of

the fortresses of Peñíscola,

Vilafamés or Morella.

You can’t miss the Bulls and Horses

Entrance in the town of Segorbe. A

thrilling experience where 13 riders

who, astride their horses and provided

only by a thin rod they guide six bulls

through the town. The cheers and

applause from the crowd mark the

synchronized movement of a show that

creates impossible spaces where there

were none before and allows locals

and visitors to experience unique

moments in life.

This province is also a home of the most trendy and internationally renowned music festivals such as the FIB, Arenal Sound, Rototom Sunsplash and the BEF. You can’t miss them if you are an enthusiast of music.

GastronomyThe region of Valencia boasts fresh produce such as artichokes from Benicarló, the exquisite King prawns from Virarós and the Catí cheese best paired with the local Castellón wines.

www.turismodecastellon.comwww.comunitatvalenciana.com

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R.C. Celta

we want Rianxeira to sound again in EuropeFounded in 1923 after the merger of Vigo Sporting and Fortuna teams, Real Club Celta has participated 51 times in the highest category of Spanish football.

Their best position in LaLiga was

the 4th place, achieved during the

Championships of 1947/48 and

2002/03. It has also participated

during nine seasons of the European

competitions. Since 1928, they

play as a local team in the Balaídos

Stadium. They have won three sub-

championships in the King´s Cup

(1948, 1994 and 2001).

Characteristic:

HardworkingWords of the team:

Celtiñas (from Celta) / Celestes (pale-blue, due

to the colour of their shirts) / Rianxeira (popular

Galician song)

Last season, the pale blue team

finished LaLiga in position number

12 and reached the semi-finals of the

King’s Cup and UEFA Europe League,

where they lost against the powerful

Manchester United.

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VIGOThe Cíes Islands, in the Ría de Vigo, are part of the National Park of the Atlantic Islands of Galicia.

Do not missVigo is a city associated with the sea. The sea has marked its origins, its history and its economy. It is a genuinely cosmopolitan city and the most populated in Galicia. It is entrepreneurial in spirit, with a great social life, giving rise to cultural and social trends that later spread to the rest of Galician as a whole.

Vigo’s existence as a city is recent, as even well into the 19th century it was just another of the many sea ports that lay along the ria shores, but its origins date back into the mists of time. Vigo`s district comprises over thirty Megalithic monuments.

Its old quarter is small but very attractive, and is undergoing refurbishment. A highlight is El Berbés district, a stepped ensemble of old fishermen’s and craftsmen’s houses, and back streets running down from the city centre towards the sea.

GastronomyVigo is the ideal place to enjoy the rich seafood of the Rías of Galicia in its numerous restaurants and bars. In Vigo you must take oysters in the area of A Pedra

www.turismodevigo.orgwww.turismo.galwww.spain.info

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C.D. Leganés

Time to consolidateOn the 4th of June of 2016, Leganés achieved something unthinkable for many: their first promotion to First Division in their history.

This happened during the last round of the second division, thanks to a goal

from Insua after a corner kick. It was the culmination of a season, positioning

itself as the leader at the beginning of the second round after a spectacular

match against the Alavés in Butarque. With the help of Asier Garitano and an

exceptional group of people, Leganés made it possible for the dream of an

entire city to become a reality: Leganés is in First.

Leganés play their home games in the Butarque Stadium. Last season, the

team from the south of Madrid ended the season in position 17.

Characteristic:

IncombustibleWords of the team:

Pepineros “cucumber” (it comes from the time when

Leganés was a farming village)

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LEGANÉSLeganés is the home of the Polvoranca Park and the Sculpture Museum of Leganés.

Do not missLeganés is located in the south of the autonomous community of Madrid and form part of the so-called industrial belt of the capital. It is one of the localities in Madrid with the highest population and is linked with the MetroSur and Cercanias line.

The city also offers a lot of recreation

spots especially within the area of

Parquesur. The “Pista de Hielo” is a

normal-size ice skating rink that trains

people from all around Madrid in

figure skating and ice hockey. Along

with the “Pista de Hielo”, there are ten

sports centres in the city (Polideportivo

Europa, Los Frailes, Alfredo Di Stefano,

Olimpia, Butarque, La Cantera).

The city is well known for the quality of its restaurants, most of them located in the

downtown area or near parks like La Chopera.

www.turismomadrid.eswww.spain.info

These centres have many facilities

including basketball fields, football

fields, athletics fields, gymnasiums,

saunas, swimming pools and many

others.

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Girona F.C.

Nothing to loseGirona Football Club was

founded in 1930, and its

first president was Albert de Quintana de León.

The team is identified by its red and

white colours, seen in vertical stripes

on their uniform. Their first stadium

was the Vista Alegre, and in 1970, the

team moved to the Montilivi Stadium,

with capacity for more than 9,200

spectators.

Last season, and after holding the

record of being the team with more

active years in Second Division,

with a total of 21 seasons, Girona

Fútbol Club secured promotion to

the highest category of the Spanish

football for the first time in its history,

a success celebrated by the entire

city.

Characteristic:

Constant, tenacious

Words of the team:

“Albirrojos” (due to the colour of their shirts)

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GIRONAThe essence of the Mediterranean

Do not missGirona, neighbouring Barcelona, is a medium-sized city located halfway between the coast and the Pyrenees, and known for having one of the highest qualities of life in Spain. It is a popular break destination year-round thanks to its range of cultural, architectural and commercial attractions. It has carefully conserved its Cathedral, which has the widest nave in the world, and its Jewish quarter that has been home to numerous scenarios of Game of Thrones (season 6).

The Costa Brava has all the necessary elements to be discovered and intensely enjoyed by all those visitors who want to experience, in a friendly and welcoming place, the land of Dalí. With its vital and inspiring settings, cutting-edge yet traditional cuisine, and its charming capital, Girona, the Costa Brava region is a truly special place.

Gastronomy

The province of Girona is famous for its gastronomy and for having fourteen restaurants that between them hold 18 Michelin stars, including among them the world’s best restaurant in 2013 and 2015, El Celler de Can Roca in Girona.

A trip to Girona and the Costa Brava translates into a source of life and health, of cultural enrichment, of culinary delight and festive fun for visitors seeking exciting stories and memorable experiences.

Michelin Star Territory

www.costabrava.orgwww.pirineugirona.org

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S.D. Eibar

Time to dream bigFounded in 1940, Sociedad Deportiva Eibar has enjoyed its most successful years in the last decades.

After 18 years in a row in the Second division, (a record up to date in the

category), and two consecutive ascents from the second B to First A in the last

seasons, at the moment they are enjoying their third consecutive season in the

First Division, something unusual for a population of only 27,000 inhabitants.

Eibar plays their matches in the Municipal Stadium of Ipurua, with a capacity

of 6,300 spectators. It also has a female team that is playing in the National

Second Division, and the structure of the club includes seven male teams and

two female, in addition to a Football School.

Characteristic:

Humble

Words of the team:

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EIBAREibar is the major town of the district of the Lower Deba, between Bilbao and San Sebastian.

Do not missEibar takes pride in their rich heritage, its traces are present in some of their preserved constructions such as the Sanctuary of the Virgin of Arrate, Church of San Andrés, houses-Torre de Unzueta, and “Markeskua”, Palace of Aldatze, and their town Hall.

You can also go deep into the city´s history by visiting the Armoury Museum. It is one of the nerve centers of industrial development in Euskadi that specializes in the manufacture of weapons for centuries.

If you are interested with natural gems, we recommend you to visit the geoparks of the Basque coast. Enjoy the view of the imposing cliffs of Mutriku, Deba and Zumaia or explore the Cave of Ekain in Deba, with remarkable cave paintings that gained recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

www.tourism.euskadi.euswww.spain.info

The highlights of the wide variety of products in Eibar are the chocolates of Mendaro and tinned fish of Mutriku. There are also plenty of gastronomic celebrations throughout the year.

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U.D. Las Palmas

Take beautiful football to EuropeThe constitution of Las Palmas, in 1949, was made possible

by the fact that the five teams at the time were part of the

regional championship of the island (Marino, Victoria, Gran

Canaria, Atlético y Arenas) and they merged to create one

single team to represent the island.

After a long process of negotiations, in June of 1949, the Spanish Football

Federation approved the inclusion of the Gran Canaria teams in the

national championships. Two months later, in August, the club was officially

registered as Unión Deportiva Las Palmas. These events greatly favoured the

development of football in Gran Canaria.

Characteristic:

Spectacular

Words of the team:

Pio-Pio (sound identified with the noise made by

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GRAN CANARIADiscover Gran Canaria, a miniature continent and an island of good weather and memorable vacations.

DO NOT MISSSurfing, swimming in the open sea, hiking, kite surfing, fishing, diving and almost any other thing that comes to your mind and almost all the sport you want to enjoy your holidays - those are what you will find in Gran Canaria.

Its capital, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, is a cosmopolitan city full of commercial activity, sun and of course, beaches. We recommend that you do not miss Las Canteras. It is the bustling heart of the city where La long Las Canteras, its bustling heart, where swimmers, surfers and other tourists mingle with a thousand restaurants, terraces and cafes.

On the other side of the city, you will see the historic center of Vegueta that keeps its 500 years of history as a bridge between 3 continents. The 6 museums of the old neighborhood hide the memories of navigators, artists and ranchers.

Scroll through the commercial area of

Triana which is a good place for shopping,

dining or trying different tapas with a

good glass of wine.

www.grancanaria.comwww.holaislascanarias.comwww.spain.info

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Getafe C.F.

We are back!The club was founded in 1976, changing its name to Getafe CF in 1983.

During these 41 years, the team has

played in all categories of Spanish

Football, from Regional to First

Division, where they played for twelve

consecutive seasons. Throughout the

years they have played two finals of

the King’s Cup and two UEFA Europa

League.

After only one season in LaLiga 123

(second division), on June 24, at

the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez, Getafe

achieved promotion to the top

category for the second time in their

history, after winning two qualifying

rounds; the first one against Sociedad

Deportiva Huesca and the second

against Club Deportivo Tenerife.

Characteristic:

TirelessWords of the team:

Blues (for the colour of theirshirt) / The Geta

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GETAFEThe streets of Getafe decorated with colorful umbrellas, also known as “Cielo de Paraguas”.

Do not missGetafe is part of the regional park

around the Manzanares and Jarama

rivers - a protected natural area

that is best known with the name of

the regional park of the southeast

of Madrid. Several itineraries

are recommended to see within

municipality. It has many leisure and

shopping centers that attract many

visitors from the rest of the community

and even tourists who come to it, as

well as a cultural offer of a great height

promoted by public institutions in

many cases. One its most prominent

landamark is the Santa Maria

Magdalena, a renaissance construction

projected by the great architect

Alonso de Covarrubias who was raised

in a Mudejar church in the middle of

the 14th century.

It preserves paintings by Alonso

Cano, Velázquez and Claudio

Coello, a major altarpiece of the

XVII of the architect and sculptor

Alonso Carbonell. In the year 1958,

it has been declared as a national

monument of cultural interest.

Getafe comes from an Arabic word, jata, which means ‘ long way ‘, due to the fact that the locality was developed along a route that connected the cities of Toledo and Madrid.

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Málaga C.F.

Time to explore your limits

The origins of Malaga football go back to 1904. In 1941, with the inauguration of La Rosaleda, CD Málaga was born.In 1994 it became Málaga Club de Fútbol, and a new stage began. They won

the Intertoto Cup in 2002 and played the UEFA Cup in 2002-2003. Under

the presidency of Sheikh Abdullah Al Thani and after their historic fourth

position achieved in 2011-2012, the entity of Martiricos made its debut in the

Champions League, reaching quarter finals.

Málaga Club de Fútbol is the team of the fifth metropolitan area of Spain,

where football started more than one century ago.

Characteristic:

VersatileWords of the team:

Boquerones (Anchovies – blue fish very typical in the city)

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MÁLAGAMálaga, city of Picasso, has a special charm which makes it a must on any visitor’s itinerary.

Do not missCulture, gastronomy, an enviable climate and the hospitable nature of its people are what consolidate the image of Malaga as a paradise.

The Gibralfaro Castle and Alcazaba

cast a watchful eye over this warm-

hearted and lively city that is full of

attractive sites. They stand as two of

the city´s iconic symbols. Never miss

the Roman Theatre, the bullring, the

Picasso Museum and the historic

quarter of the city. Being the capital of

the picturesque Costa del Sol, Málaga

has indeed gain its recognition as

one of Spain’s foremost holiday

destinations.

Shopping in Málaga is a wonderful

experience. You can find international

brands and exclusive trendy items

from local designers.

Málaga also offers exquisite cuisine,

coming from the region´s best and

freshest produce. Málaga wines

also have a distinctive style and

personality. The pleasant climate the

city has make it more enjoyable to

experience the tradition of tapas.

A good time to visit Malaga is during Easter week, a festivity of International Tourist Interest that features religious parades and floats.

www.malagaturismo.comwww.andalucia.org

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Football dictionary:Spanish to all foUr official

singaporean languagesTHE DICTIONARY IS ARRANGED IN AN

ALPHABETICAL ORDER (ENGLISH)

SPANISH ENGLISH CHINESE MALAY TAMILBrazalete Armband Kain lilit lengan ைகp ப%ைட

Ataque Attack Serang தாk*தl

Zona de ataque Attacking zone Zon serangan தாk*தl ம-டலm

Equipo visante Away/visiting team Pasukan pelawat பாrைவ23m அ5

Línea de defensas Back-line/Defense Pertahanan πnைதயk ேகா3/த:காp;

Balón / Pelota Ball Bola பn<

Balón fuera de juego Ball out of play Bola di luar garisan ஆ%ட எlைல தா-?ய பn<

Banquillo Bench Bangku "ெபAc" இDkைக

Peto Bib Alas அைணயாைட

Tarjeta Card Kad அ%ைட

Defensa central Centre-back/Stopper Pemain pertahanan tengah மtGய πHனtG Jரr/த3pபா%டkகாரr

Delantero centro/Abriete/Punta

Centre-forward/Striker Penyerang tengah மtGய-µHனtG Jரr/தாk*தl ஆ%டkகாரr

Cambio de campo Change ends Tukar µைன மாMதl

Cambio de portería Change goal Tukar gol "ேகாl" Gைச மாMதl

Calendario de partidos Competition Calendar Kalendar Pertandingan ேபா%? அ%டவைண

Cones Cones Kon Om;கP

Saque de esquina/conrer Corner-kick Sepakan penjuru Qைல2RDn< உைதtதl

Contraataque Counter-attack Serangan balas எGr-தாk*தl

Larguero Crossbar Palang lintang *Mk*k கmπ

Defensor Defender Pemain pertahanan த:காpபாளr

Barrera Defensive wall/Wall Benteng pertahanan த:காp;c Uவr/Uவr

Zona defensiva Defensive zone Zon pertahanan த:காp; ம-டலm

Pase directo Direct pass Hantaran terus ேநர? பn< ைகமா:றl

Sortedo Draw Seri சமXைல

Amago / finta Dummy / fake Gerakan palsu ேபாR

Banderín Flag Bendera ெகா?

Botas de fútbol Football boots But bola கா:பn< கால5கP

Uniforme / equipamiento Football kit Kit bola sepak கா:பn< அ5ம5pைப

Delantero Forward Penyerang µHனtG Jரr

Juego de ataque/Juego ofensivo

Forward play/Attacking play Permainan serangan µHன5 ஆ%டm/தாk*தl ஆ%டm

Falta Foul Faul µைறதவYய ெசயl

Saque de falta Free-kick Sepakan percuma இலவச உைதp;

Defensa Full-back / Defender Bek µZ-πHனtG Jரr/ த:பாp; ஆ%டkகாரr

Guantes Gloves Sarung tangan ைக[ைறகP

Portería Goal Gol ேகாl

Gol Goal Gol "ேகாl"

Portero Goalkeeper Penjaga gol "ேகாl" காவலr

Goles a favor Goals for Gol untuk அ5kகாக ேபா%ட "ேகாl"கP

Goles en contra Goles against Gol dari pihak lawan எGrt< ேபா%ட "ேகாl"கP

Campo de hierba Grass pitch Padang rumput ;lதைர ஆ3களm

Mano Handball Bola ke tangan பn< ைகக\l ப%3]3தl

SPANISH ENGLISH CHINESE MALAY TAMIL

Campo duro Hard pitch Padang keras க?னtதைர ஆ3களm

Campo de tierra Hard-packed surface Permukaan keras க?னm-ெசyயpப%ட ேம:பரp;

Pase alto / Pase bombeado High ball /High pass Bola tinggi உயேர அ?kகpப%ட பn< / உயrவான பn< ைகமா:றl

Tiro algo High shot Tendangan tinggi உயர உைதp;

Saque de honor Honour kick Sepakan hormat க_ரவ உைத

Entrada con retraso / Entrada tardía

Late tackle Takal lambat πnைதய சமா\pபா%டm

Liga League Liga "`k"

Defensa de linea Line defense Barisan pertahanan எlைலkேகா%3t த:காp;

Juez de línea Linesman Penjaga garisanஎlைலkேகா%3

Tiro de penalti Penalty-kick Sepakan penalti அபராத-உைதp;

Terreno de juego Pitch Padang ஆ3களm

Campo de juego Pitch Padang ஆ3களm

Juego aéreo Play in the air / Airbourne play Permainan udaraகா:Yl/வாHவg2l ]ைளயா3தl

Tarjeta roja Red card Kad merah dவp; அ%ைட

Árbitro Referee Pengadil ந3வr

Árbitro asistente Referee assistant Pembantu pengadil

Alineación del equipo/Equipo inicial

Team line-up/ Starting eleven/ Starting line-up

Barisan permulaanஅ5 அ5-வ*p;/

ெதாடkகtGl இடmெபMm 11 ஆ%டkகாரrகP அ5-வ*p;

Juego de equipo Teamwork Kerjasama *Z µய:d

Saque Throw-in Lempar masuk பn< எYதl

Pitar To blow the whistle Untuk meniup wisel ]dl ஊ

Fallar un gol To miss a goalTerlepas peluang menjaringkan gol

"ேகாைல"t தவற]டl

Abrir la defensa To open the defence Untuk membuka pertahanan த:காpைபt தகrtதl

Pasar/Pase To pass / Pass / Passing Hantar பn< ைகமா:றl

Salvar el gol To prevent a goal Untuk menyelamatkan gol "ேகாைல"t த3tதl

Arbitrar//Arbitraje To referee /refereeing Untuk mengadili ந3வராக இDtதl

Parar un penalti To save a penalty Untuk menyelamatkan penalti அபராத உைதpைபk காpபா:Mதl

Marcar un gol To score a goal Untuk menjaringkan gol "ேகாl" அ?tதl

Formar barrera To set up a wall Untuk membina benteng Uவr த3pைப அைமtதl

Abrir el juego To spread the play Untuk membuka permainan ஆ%டtைதp பரவcெசyதl

Cambiar un jugador To substitute a player Untuk mengganti pemain ஆ%டkகாரைர மா:m3 ெசyதl

Entrar /Entrada To tackle / Tackle / Takal சமா\pபா%டm

Cronometrar / cronometraje To time / timing Untuk menjaga masa ேநரm

Perder una oportunidad To waste a chanceTerlepas peluang menjaringkan gol

வாypைப Jண?tதl

Sesión de entrenamiento Training session Sesi latihan ப2:d அமr_

Silbato Whistle Wisel ]dl

Extremo Winger Pemain sayap பkக தாk*தl ஆ%டkகாரr

Cantera Youth teams Pasukan remaja இைளஞr அ5கP

SPANISH ENGLISH CHINESE MALAY TAMIL

“By getting to know LaLiga clubs you’ll be getting to know Spain too since most of the big cities have a team.

We want you to experience the passion and emotion of this unique competition with us.”

Javier TebasLaLiga President