Real Madrid
/reˈal maˈðɾið/
noun
Origin
Spanish
Real — Royal
Overview
Meaning Now
- A prominent Spanish professional football club based in Madrid, founded in 1902.
Literal older meaning
Royal Madrid
Language path
Spanish
Earliest form
Madrid Foot Ball Club
Earliest period
1902
Journey
The title 'Real' was bestowed upon the club by King Alfonso XIII in 1920, a common practice for Spanish institutions at the time to signify royal patronage. The club is world-renowned for its success in La Liga and the UEFA Champions League.
Evolution
- 1902
Madrid Foot Ball Club
“The club's initial name.”
- 1920
Real Madrid
“King Alfonso XIII granted the title 'Real' (Royal) to the club.”
Renamed from Madrid Foot Ball Club to Real Madrid.
Connections
Word parts
Real
root
royal
Madrid
root
the city of Madrid
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