Real Madrid CF

In 1900, Julian Palacios convinces his father-in-law to allow him and his English friends to play soccer on an open parcel of land, leading to the establishment of the unofficial football club. Palacios becomes the first president and captain of the team.

Real Madrid Football Club was officially founded on March 6, 1902, in Madrid, Spain. The club was established by a group of football enthusiasts led by the Padrós brothers, who aimed to create a mass sport accessible to all social classes.

Real Madrid wins their first Copa del Rey trophy in 1905.

In 1920, the club is renamed as Real Madrid.

Real Madrid moves to the Charmartín stadium in 1924.

By the outbreak of World War II in 1939, Real Madrid had won two La Liga titles and seven Copa del Rey trophies.

On June 13, 1943, Real Madrid defeated Barcelona 11-1 in the Copa del Generalísimo semi-finals, a match marred by controversy and hostility between the two clubs, reflecting the political tensions of the time.

In 1945, Santiago Bernabéu was elected as the president of Real Madrid. He immediately started improving the club in various aspects, including the stadium and playing staff.

Real Madrid won their first UEFA Champions League title in June 1955.

Real Madrid, led by Alfredo Di Stéfano, Ferenc Puskás, and Francisco Gento, won the first five European Cups from 1956 to 1960. They are widely regarded as one of the greatest football teams in history.

The rivalry between Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid gained international attention in 1959 during the European Cup when the two clubs met in the semi-finals. Real Madrid won the first leg 2–1, Atlético won 1–0 in the second leg, and Real Madrid won the replay 2–1.

In 1960, Real Madrid achieved a remarkable feat by winning their 5th consecutive European Cup title and also clinching their first Intercontinental Cup title, which later became the predecessor to the FIFA Club World Cup.

In 1964, Real Madrid won the European Cup with a team consisting of legendary players such as Di Stefano, Puskas, and Gento. This victory marked a significant achievement in the club's history.

In 1966, Real Madrid secured their 6th UEFA Champions League title, solidifying their dominance in European football. The team was affectionately referred to as the 'ye-ye's' due to a photo where they imitated the Beatles, deriving the nickname from a Beatles song chorus.

Santiago Bernabeu, who was the Real Madrid president at the time, passed away in 1978. His death had a significant emotional impact on the team, leading to the stadium being named after him.

In 1980, Santiago Bernabeu, the legendary president of Real Madrid, passed away. Following his death, the prestigious Trofeo Bernabeu was established in his honor.

Real Madrid claimed their first UEFA Cup in 1985 during a successful period in the 1980s, where they won multiple La Liga titles and Copa del Rey trophies.

Real Madrid claimed their second UEFA Cup in 1986, continuing their successful streak in the 1980s with multiple domestic league and cup victories.

In 1994, Raúl set a new record for the most games played for Real Madrid, showcasing his longevity and dedication to the club.

Jupp Heynckes led Real Madrid to win their seventh top European trophy with a goal by Pedja Mijatović against Juventus in the Final held at the Amsterdam Arena.

Real Madrid ends a 32-year drought by securing the European Cup, now known as the Champions League title, and retains it for the following 2 years.

Under the guidance of Vicente del Bosque, Real Madrid claimed their eighth European Cup/Champions League title by defeating Valencia 3–0 in the Final held at the Stade de France in Paris.

Real Madrid clinched their ninth European Cup title in the 2001-02 season by defeating Bayer Leverkusen at Hampden Park in Glasgow. The win showcased Real Madrid's continued success in European competitions.

Real Madrid participated in the Intercontinental Cup on December 3, 2002.

Real Madrid defeated Espanyol 4-3, securing the top spot in La Liga for the first time that season despite missing key players Robinho and Beckham. They came back from a 1-3 deficit in the first half with a late goal by Gonzalo Higuaín.

Real Madrid secured their sixth consecutive win by defeating Deportivo 3-1 at the Bernabéu, with goals from Sergio Ramos, Raúl, and Ruud van Nistelrooy.

Real Madrid clinched their 30th Spanish league title by defeating Mallorca 3-1 at the Bernabéu. Goals from José Antonio Reyes, an own goal, and another from Reyes secured the victory.

Bernd Schuster was dismissed as manager of Real Madrid, with Juande Ramos appointed as his replacement. This marked the end of a disastrous season for Real Madrid.

On 1 June 2009, Florentino Pérez returned as the president of Real Madrid amidst criticism over the club's decline. He continued the Galácticos policy by signing Kaká and Cristiano Ronaldo for record-breaking sums.

On June 26, 2009, Real Madrid signed Cristiano Ronaldo for a record-breaking £80 million (€94 million). Ronaldo went on to become the club's and history's all-time top goalscorer, leaving a significant mark on the club's legacy.

In the 2011-12 season, Real Madrid clinched the La Liga title for the 32nd time in the club's history. They set numerous league records and Cristiano Ronaldo became the fastest player to score 100 goals in Spanish league history.

In the 2011-12 season, Real Madrid won La Liga for the 32nd time in its history, setting numerous league records including 100 points amassed, 121 goals scored, and 32 wins overall.

On 25 June 2013, Carlo Ancelotti succeeded Mourinho as the manager of Real Madrid on a three-year deal, with Zinedine Zidane named as one of his assistants.

On 1 September 2013, the long-awaited transfer of Gareth Bale from Tottenham Hotspur to Real Madrid was announced, setting a new world record signing.

Real Madrid won the La Liga BBVA, the most important national league cup in Spain, with a total of 20 teams participating.

Real Madrid achieved victory in the Copa del Rey by defeating Barcelona in an amazing final, with Gareth Bale and Angel Di Maria playing crucial roles. The cup involves participation from all teams in Spain.

Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid met again for the Champions League title on 28 May 2016, resulting in a win for Real Madrid after a penalty shootout at San Siro.

Real Madrid achieves its first FIFA Club World Cup victory after a year of winning drought, followed by three consecutive wins in 2018.

Real Madrid's victory over Juventus in the Champions League final on June 3, 2017, resulted in them becoming the first team to successfully defend their title in the UEFA Champions League era.

Real Madrid won their 13th UEFA Champions League title on May 26, 2018.

Real Madrid appointed Julen Lopetegui as their new manager, who was previously the head coach of the Spain national team. He was set to start after the 2018 FIFA World Cup but was sacked by Spain a day before the tournament for negotiating with the club without informing them.