Atlético Nacional

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Atlético Nacional is a prominent Colombian professional football club based in Medellín. Founded on March 7, 1947, as Club Atlético Municipal de Medellín by Luis Alberto Villegas López, it adopted its current name in 1951. The club is one of only three teams to have played in every first division tournament in Colombia, alongside Millonarios and Santa Fe. Atlético Nacional plays its home games at the Atanasio Girardot Stadium, which it shares with local rivals Independiente Medellín. The team is known for its significant fan base, with over 15 million supporters, making it the most popular club in Colombia. Atlético Nacional has achieved considerable success both domestically and internationally. It has won 18 league championships and numerous other titles, including the Copa Libertadores twice. The club is also recognized for its strong rivalries with Millonarios and América de Cali. Atlético Nacional's commitment to developing national talent has been a hallmark of its philosophy, though it has also successfully integrated foreign players into its roster. The team's influence extends beyond football, contributing to the cultural identity of Medellín and Colombia as a whole.