Copa Ibérica

Lore & Background

Between 1965 and 1971, it was played by 4 clubs (2 of each country, both Champion's and both Runner's-up), that face each other in ligule type competition. The last edition before the hiatus was in 1971, but the competition returned in 1983 with a new format, with the 2 Champion's facing each other in just one game. In the season 2007–2008 it returned to the ligule type competition. In 2009, a new competition named Iberian Rugby Cup was designed. This style of rugby was meant to be a single match between the champions of Spain and Portugal, and was actually played, with CDUL winning the title. On 6 January 2013, CDUL defeated Quesos Entrepinares by 24–13, winning their 3rd title, in the return of the Copa Ibérica after a gap of a few seasons.

Reader's Guide

It does not mention Real Madrid, Sporting CP, Benfica, or any other specific club beyond CDUL and Quesos Entrepinares. The competition's format and history are as described in the lore.

Did You Know?

• Between 1965 and 1971, the competition involved 4 clubs (2 from Spain and 2 from Portugal).
• The 2013 final saw CDUL defeat Quesos Entrepinares 24–13, reviving the competition after a shorter hiatus.