Documentary cinema and football passion meet in Bilbao to reflect on human stories of resilience and community. 🎬⚽

The Athletic Club Foundation organizes the 14th edition of the Thinking Football Film Festival, presenting nine feature films and one short film at Sala BBK.

🎬 Thinking Football Film Festival 2026

📅 November 9 to 14, 2026

🕐 Schedule according to programme

📍 Sala BBK, Bilbao

🎟️ Free (prior booking required)

📖 Human stories through sport

This edition focuses on themes such as memory, identity, inclusion, resilience, and the transformative power of sport, bringing together diverse perspectives from various countries.

The opening screening takes place on Monday the 9th at 19:00 with the documentary "Kenny Dalglish", directed by Oscar-winner Asif Kapadia, who will attend alongside Liverpool legends Bruce Grobbelaar and Sammy Lee. His film "Diego Maradona" will also be screened during the festival.

⚽ An Athletic Club Foundation initiative

The festival showcases extraordinary stories exploring both major football icons and communities that found a vital tool in the game to rebuild and find their place in the world.

ℹ️ Good to know: Admission is free, but online advance reservation is required.

✨ An unmissable cinematic journey exploring the social power of football.