‘We like being special.’ Basque standard-bearer Ivan Jiménez Aira on Bilbao

The once dirty, industrial city now revels in its modern architecture and enterprising outlook, while preserving its traditions and cuisineThere are two cathedrals in Bilbao: the Catholic one and San Mamés, the football stadium. Athletic Bilbao signs Basque players only [a unique case in European football]. I don’t like football but I like the club’s values: work with your people, try your best, respect others, be loyal. People say it’s a pity you can’t hire Ronaldo or Messi, but I say, no, it’s a pity for them they can’t join Athletic. Continue reading… Read More

Source:: The Guardian