Leganes, a Spanish football club based in the city of Leganes, has a relatively short but intriguing history. Founded in 1928, the club spent the majority of its existence in the lower divisions of Spanish football. However, in recent years, Leganes has experienced a remarkable rise through the ranks. They achieved promotion to La Liga, the top tier of Spanish football, for the first time in their history in 2016. Leganes plays their home matches at the Estadio Municipal de Butarque, a stadium with a capacity of around 12,450 spectators. The club is affectionately known as "Los Pepineros," which translates to "The Cucumber Growers." This nickname stems from the agricultural heritage of the city of Leganes, which was historically known for its cucumber farming. Despite their relatively modest history, Leganes has managed to establish themselves as a competitive force in Spanish football. Their major accomplishments include reaching the Copa del Rey semifinals in the 2017-2018 season, where they narrowly missed out on a place in the final. This achievement showcased the club's ability to compete against some of the country's top teams. Leganes' rise from the lower divisions to La Liga, their unique nickname, and their notable cup run make them an intriguing club to watch and support.
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Spain
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Municipal de Butarque
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11,454
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Spanish La Liga
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