Basque in the glory, Athletic.
Basque in the glory, Athletic.
Basque in the glory, Athletic.
Whatever happens at San Mamés this evening between Athletic Bilbao and Manchester United, it has to be said that the Basque fans, not to mention the players, have been a refreshing addition to European football this season. Iker Muniain and Fernando Llorente may be the brightest talents coming through the Athletic ranks, but the solidarity and sheer undying pride the club’s fans possess is something that many supporters in this world of modern football could learn from.
Marcelo Bielsa has been tinkering with tactics and creating a splendid team full of energy, leading to success in La Liga, the Copa del Rey, and the Europa League. But the spirit has been shared by fans of Los Leones, too. The picture above captures a bus full of Athletic Bilbao supporters that travelled to Old Trafford and witnessed the historic 3-2 win. If they’re doing it wrong, I’m not sure I want to be right. Have the Basques converted you into an Athletic supporter yet?
