The third person featured in our “A Museum of Legends” series is Eli Ibarra, midfielder for Athletic Club Women at its foundation and the female player with most appearances in Athletic history (413).

During her 15 seasons as a Lioness, the Guipuzcoa native scored 111 goals and was part of squads that managed to lift the five league titles that have Athletic Club Women have won so far. She is also currently works with the women’s first team and is responsible for the Athletic Club Foundation’s social projects.

Eli spoke about her start as a footballer and told us what pulling on the red-and-white stripes meant to her: “I wear it with great pride, I always mention that I played for Athletic for 15 years.”

She also highlighted the AC Museum‘s role in supporting women’s football: “To come here and see the whole history of the Club is a great thing. I think it’s really significant that we women have a big presence throughout the whole museum.”

Come and discover the AC Museum!