Real Madrid were founded in 1902 and received the royal title 'Real' in 1920. They are the most successful club in the history of European football, with 15 European Cups, including the first five editions of the competition in the 1950s with Alfredo Di Stéfano. The club has won more than 35 Spanish league titles. In recent years the rebuilt Santiago Bernabéu has become one of the most modern stadiums in the world. José Mourinho returned as head coach in June 2026.
