Sun. Jan 11th, 2026
Athletic Bilbao’s Cantera Policy: A Key to Enduring Success

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BBC Sport travels to Bilbao to examine Athletic Club’s unique policy of fielding only Basque players. The report explores how this approach has fostered success and the vital role the club’s philosophy plays in the region’s identity.

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