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Madrid Stats
June 15, 2014 - City: Madrid, Spain
Population (city proper): 3.2 million
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When Established: 9th century
City Nicknames: Los Madriles (Many Madrids) for its distinct district, El Foro (The Forum)
Big Business (Top economic sectors): Finance, construction, transport
Best Known For: Bullfighting, Goya, the Prado museum, Franco, Hemingway, tapas
Pro Soccer Teams: Real Madrid, Atlético Madrid are the two teams in the Premier League
Fun Football Fact: Atlético Madrid's nickname, Los Colchoneros (The Mattress Makers), is because the team colors, red and white, matched the fabric of a popular make of bedding
Famous Players: Raúl, Luis Enrique, Emilio Butragueño, David Beckham
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