To all those who have passed down this profound sentiment through the ages, to the aitás who purchased their children’s inaugural Real jersey, to the ones who insisted on braving the relentless downpour at Atocha, and to those who roared their support beyond the infamous athletic tracks of Anoeta. To the revered aitonas no longer with us, who recounted tales of the glorious Leagues from the 1980s.
A Legacy of Passion and Resilience
Those who endured the hardships of playing in Segunda division, confronting humiliating defeats and undertaking arduous journeys to hostile grounds, are remembered with reverence. They bore the sting of derision from their Bilbao neighbors, who always considered themselves superior and grander. There were moments when allegiance to Madrid or Barça seemed preferable to supporting the team of their own land.
It was these very individuals who embarked on their football journey kicking balls along the beach, fostering a deep-rooted connection that transcended generations and geographical divides, embodying the spirit of the club and its supporters.