Celta Vigo

Club Information

Club History

RC Celta de Vigo were founded in 1923 from the merger of two clubs in the Galician city of Vigo, in northwestern Spain. The club's finest period came in the early 2000s when they reached the Champions League and were known for their exciting brand of attacking football. Celta have never won a major trophy but have consistently been one of La Liga's most entertaining sides, famous for producing talented players and playing attractive football. The club holds a special place in Galician culture and identity.

Trophy Cabinet

• No major trophies
• Segunda Division: 3
• Copa del Rey Runner-up: 1 (1948)

Did You Know?

• Celta Vigo have never won a major trophy despite spending the majority of their history in La Liga
• The club produced legendary striker Iago Aspas who became a symbol of Galician football
• Celta reached the Champions League in 2003-04 after finishing fourth in La Liga
• The club was formed from the merger of Vigo Sporting and Real Fortuna in 1923
• Abanca-Balaidos is named after a local financial institution
• Celta reached the Europa League semi-finals in 2017 losing to Manchester United
• The club is deeply connected to Galician identity and culture in northwestern Spain