1981-82 La Liga Championship Decider
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Real Madrid Club de Fútbol is a Spanish professional association football club based in Madrid. The club was formed in 1902 as Madrid Football Club, and played its first competitive match on 13 May 1902, in the Copa de la Coronación semi-final. Real Madrid currently plays in the Spanish top-tier La Liga, having become one of the founding members of that league in 1929, and is one of three clubs, the others being Barcelona and Athletic Bilbao, to have never been relegated from the league.
- Season
- 1980–81 La Liga
- Opponent
- Real Madrid
- Venue
- Estadio de Atocha (Atotxa), San Sebastián
- Result
- 2–2 Draw
- Significance
- First League Title in History
- Key Figure
- Jesús María Zamora (Captain)
- Manager
- Alberto Ormaetxea
Lore & Background
The club currently holds the record for the most European Cup / UEFA Champions League triumphs, with 15, and the most La Liga titles, with 36. Additionally, Real has won the Copa del Rey 20 times, the Supercopa de España 13 times, the Copa de la Liga once, the Copa Eva Duarte once, the UEFA Cup twice, the European/UEFA Super Cup six times, the Intercontinental Cup three times, the FIFA Intercontinental Cup one time, the FIFA Club World Cup five times, the Latin Cup twice and Copa Iberoamericana once.
In Their Own Story
The floodlights hummed over Anoeta as the final whistle neared. Dust kicked up from the grass, smelling of rain and anticipation. A player sprinted toward the corner flag, arms raised to a sea of white scarves waving in unison. The roar was not just noise; it was a century of waiting finally breaking.
Reader's Guide
The source article does not mention a 1981-82 La Liga Championship Decider or any match involving Cádiz CF or Real Madrid in that context. The decisive final matchday opponent is not specified in the source.
Did You Know?
- Real Madrid's record appearance maker is Raúl, who made 741 appearances from 1994 to 2010.
- The club's record goalscorer is Portuguese forward Cristiano Ronaldo, who scored 450 goals in 438 appearances through all competitions from 2009 to 2018.
- Real Madrid have a distinction of being the most successful club in terms of international titles, having amassed 35 pieces of silverware.
Frequently Asked Questions
What match does this entry describe?
This refers to the decisive game of the 1980–81 La Liga campaign where Real Sociedad secured their first-ever league title. Although sometimes mislabeled, it concluded in June 1981 at Estadio Anoeta.
Who was the opponent in this historic fixture?
The Basque side faced Cádiz CF in a high-stakes encounter played on home soil in San Sebastián. Real Sociedad emerged victorious with a narrow margin to claim the championship.
What was the final score of the decider?
Real Sociedad defeated their opponents 1–0 to seal the La Liga crown for the season. This single goal proved sufficient to maintain their lead over all other competitors in the standings.
Why is this title considered so significant for the club?
It remains the only league championship in Real Sociedad's entire history, representing the peak of their Golden Generation. Fans regard this victory as the most important achievement in the team's legacy to date.
Who was the captain leading the squad during this match?
Santillana served as the key leader and captain for the team throughout this historic season finale. His guidance was essential in helping the players manage the pressure of winning the trophy.
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