Celta Vigo

Fourth in 2002-03, then a 2003-04 campaign ended by Arsenal.

Celta Vigo are a Spanish club from Vigo, Galicia, who play in La Liga.

Quick Facts

Short name: Celta
Full name: Real Club Celta de Vigo, S.A.D.
Nickname: Os Celestes (The Sky Blues); O Celtiña
Founded: 23 August 1923 (as Club Celta)
Stadium: Balaídos
Capacity: 24,870
Chairman: Marián Mouriño
Manager: Claudio Giráldez

Lore & Background

Under Miguel Angel Lotina Celta finished fourth in 2002-03, their best league position, and qualified for the 2003-04 Champions League, where Arsenal eliminated them in the round of 16.

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