Real Madrid's Humble Beginnings

  • Real Madrid’s first team is picked.

    Real Madrid’s first team is picked.
    Julián Palacios brought together a board to get the club started. Juan Padrós was the man behind the scenes that formally instituted the club. Padrós brought together their first official tornament Copa de España.
    Photo taken by Katelyn Cordero
  • Madrid plays its first international match.

    Madrid plays its first international match.
    The first international match was against Gallia Sport from Paris, France. The game ended with a 1-1 tie and promise for a rematch later on.
    Photo taken by Jorge
  • Santiago Bernabéu is signed to Madrid.

    Santiago Bernabéu is signed to Madrid.
    Santiago Bernabéu is one of the most famous and influential players to take the field for Madrid. He became the teams captain and later went on to lead the club. The club's current stadium is named after Bernabéu. Photo taken by Katelyn Cordero
  • King of Spain Grants Title of 'Real Madrid' to the Team

    King of Spain Grants Title of 'Real Madrid' to the Team
    After the club moved to their new stadium, the O'Donnell Stadium, Madrid Futbol Club became known as the "Real Madrid" after receiving the title. Photo by Arman Khanoyan
  • The Club Opens its New Stadium, Chamartín

    The Club Opens its New Stadium, Chamartín
    The previouse O'Donell stadium had to be rebuilt after the Spanish civil war. Chamartín was created under the guidance of Bernabéu. The stadium would later be renamed in honor of Bernabéu. Photo taken by Realmadridtv Rmtv