Overview
Celta Vigo are the Galician Celestes, admired for creative football and a deep local identity, with Estadio Abanca-Balaídos as their home and a strong connection to their city and supporters. Their modern profile reflects this milestone: Celta became a regular European contender in the early 2000s and reached the 2017 Europa League semifinal.
History & Legacy
Founded in 1923, the club’s legacy reflects this milestone: Celta became a regular European contender in the early 2000s and reached the 2017 Europa League semifinal. That story continues through a distinctive football culture, generations of local heroes and the atmosphere created at Estadio Abanca-Balaídos.
Source: RateGame Editorial
Founded1923
Championships0 LaLiga titles
Home VenueEstadio Abanca-Balaídos
RivalsDeportivo La Coruña — the Galician derby
All-Time IconIago Aspas — the local-born captain and club record scorer
ColorsSky blue and white
Fun Fact 1The club’s nickname means the Sky Blues
Fun Fact 2Balaídos sits beside the Lagares River in Vigo