Recreativo de Huelva, often simply called Recre, holds a special place in Spanish football history as the oldest club in the country, founded in 1889. They currently compete in the Segunda División RFEF, the fourth tier of Spanish football. Based in Huelva, Andalusia, the team plays at the Estadio Nuevo Colombino. Nicknamed *El Decano* (The Dean), the club's name reflects its recreational origins, established by British workers for sport and leisure. While never a giant of the Spanish game, Recreativo has enjoyed several spells in La Liga, most notably in the 2000s, where they impressed with attractive football. Their most significant honor is the Copa del Rey, which they won in 1978 as a Segunda División side, a historic achievement. The modern era has seen the club fluctuate between the second and fourth divisions, but they remain a deeply cherished institution in their city. The fan base is passionate and proud of the club's unique heritage. Recreativo de Huelva is more than a football club; it is a living piece of Spanish sporting history.