Athletic Club won its first Copa del Rey title in 40 years after six failed attempts by beating Real Mallorca 4-2 in the penalty shootout in a heart-stopping final at Seville on Saturday.

Athletic, the fourth-oldest club in Spain, has a distinctive concept of only playing players of Basque ancestry. They are the second-highest title winners, having won the competition 31 times.

Athletic Bilbao ended a 40-year trophy drought by lifting the Copa del Rey on Saturday night. Athletic had lost their previous six finals, ... It's a dream to win with the club of my life.

SEVILLE, Spain — Athletic Bilbao beats Mallorca on penalties to win first Copa del Rey in 40 years.

Athletic Bilbao reached the Copa del Rey final for the third time in the last five years, but Thursday’s victory over Atlético Madrid was marred by chaotic scenes ahead of the match.

Ancelotti considering key rotations vs Athletic Club with an eye on Copa del Rey final. ... Dodgers pitcher Tyler Glasnow leaves start before 2nd inning with shoulder discomfort in win over Pirates.

Athletic Bilbao has beaten Mallorca 4-2 on penalties to end a 40-year wait for its 24th Copa del Rey title. Extra time in the final ended 1-1 after Dani Rodr\u00edguez gave Mallorca the lead in ...