Overview

R.C.D. Mallorca, officially Real Club Deportivo Mallorca, is a professional football club based in Palma on the island of Mallorca in the Balearic Islands of Spain. Founded in 1916, it is one of the region's oldest and most prominent sporting organisations and has competed at several levels of the Spanish football league system.

Identity and stadium

The team is widely recognised by its red shirts and dark shorts and is commonly nicknamed "Los Bermellones" (the vermilions). Home matches are played in a municipal stadium in Palma, known locally as Son Moix. The club's crest, colours and local ties underscore a strong island identity that resonates with supporters across Mallorca and the surrounding Balearic Islands.

History and development

Established in the early 20th century, the club grew from regional beginnings into a side that has repeatedly contested Spain's top divisions. Its long history includes periods of promotion and relegation, reflecting the competitive and cyclical nature of professional football. R.C.D. Mallorca is the second-oldest football club in the Balearic Islands, after Club Deportivo Binissalem, and has played an influential role in developing the sport on the islands.

Honours and competitions

Mallorca has taken part in domestic cup and league competitions and qualified for European tournaments on several occasions. Notable achievements include:

  • Copa del Rey: winners (notably in the early 21st century)
  • Regular campaigns in La Liga and the Segunda División, with appearances in UEFA competitions

Community role and notable facts

The club maintains a youth academy and local outreach that strengthen football at grassroots level across Mallorca. Supporters’ culture is central to the club’s identity, producing passionate local derbies and a distinct island rivalry atmosphere. As a historic institution on the islands, R.C.D. Mallorca combines regional pride with participation in national and continental football.

Distinctions

Beyond its competitive record, R.C.D. Mallorca stands out for its longevity and influence in Balearic sport. The club's centenary history, community engagement and periodic success in cup competitions make it a key reference point for football in the region.