With the 2026 Copa del Rey final set for early July, the Spanish capital prepares for one of football's most unpredictable tournaments to reach its climax.
From purpose-built indoor walls in Chamberí to outdoor crags in the Sierra de Guadarrama, Madrid's expanding infrastructure is democratising extreme sports and attracting elite athletes.
The working-class club from the north of the capital is rewriting the rules of recreational sport in Spain with an ambitious expansion that's inspiring dozens of community initiatives across the city.
New data from grassroots clubs across the capital shows a dramatic shift in how young madrileños are staying active—and it's reshaping the city's sporting landscape.
With the Continental Triathlon Championships and two major cycling stage races converging on the Spanish capital, this summer promises to redefine the region's standing in European endurance sport.
From CrossFit competitions in Chamberí to marathon prep in Casa de Campo, Madrid's fitness community is embracing data-driven training and recovery protocols that are reshaping how the city works out.
Beyond the Bernabéu and Metropolitano, grassroots venues across the capital are becoming vital social anchors, driving youth engagement and neighbourhood pride.
While elite clubs dominate headlines, a quiet revolution in neighbourhood pitches across Madrid is transforming how thousands of young players discover the beautiful game.
From the Casa de Campo to the Sierra routes, local runners, cyclists and triathletes delivered standout results that signal strengthening competitive depth in the capital's endurance sports community.
Móstoles United pursues Segunda División B promotion in Madrid's amateur football playoffs. Working-class club from Cuenca Alta targets regional finals in July.
Discover how Madrid's independent climbing collectives transformed Vallecas and Peñalara into thriving outdoor adventure hubs. Join hundreds of local climbers reshaping the city's extreme sport scene.
After clinching promotion to Spain's second-tier youth league, the neighbourhood club is proving that elite talent development doesn't require a famous badge—or a famous budget.
As investment in stadiums, training grounds and grassroots facilities accelerates across the capital, Madrid's sporting ecosystem is transforming from elite-focused infrastructure into a comprehensive network serving professional and amateur players alike.
