Valencia CF is one of Spanish and European football’s most historic, decorated, and iconic clubs, based in Valencia, Spain. Universally known as "Los Che" or "Los Blanquinegros" (The White-and-Blacks), the club competes in La Liga and plays its home matches at the steep, legendary 49,430-capacity Estadio de Mestalla—one of football's oldest active stadiums.
Founded in 1919 at the Bar Torino, Valencia traditionally plays in white shirts, black shorts, and white socks. Historically recognized as Spain's fourth most decorated club, Valencia built a formidable legacy across domestic and European football, winning 6 La Liga titles, 8 Copa del Rey trophies, and an array of prestigious European silverware.
The club achieved iconic modern era success around the turn of the millennium under Hector Cúper and Rafael Benítez. Powered by stars like Gaizka Mendieta, Santiago Cañizares, and Roberto Ayala, Valencia reached back-to-back UEFA Champions League finals (2000, 2001) before securing a historic La Liga and UEFA Cup double in 2004, cementing their status as a world football powerhouse.
Valencia CF maintains intense regional rivalries across the Valencian Community, most notably the passionate City of Valencia Derby against Levante UD, alongside high-stakes battles with regional neighbors Villarreal CF.
