Real Madrid Club de Fútbol, commonly known as Real Madrid, or simply as Real, is a professional football club based in Madrid, Spain. Founded on 6 March 1902 as Madrid Football Club, the club has traditionally worn a white home kit since inception. Arena/Stadium: Santiago Bernabéu Stadium Manager: Zinedine Zidane Founded: March 6, 1902 Founders: Adolfo Meléndez, Juan Padrós, Carlos Padrós, Julián Palacios Nicknames: Los Vikingos (The Vikings), Madrid Football Club, Los Blancos (The Whites), Los Merengues (The Meringues)