In an incredible scene, Racing Santander refused to play in their Copa del Rey match against Real Sociedad on Thursday, Jan. 30, in protest against the club's board.

As with many Spanish clubs after the global financial crisis of 2007-08, Racing were plunged into debt. In January 2011, they were bought by Indian businessman Ahsan Ali Syed.

There might be a lack of silverware, but the history of Racing Santander is far from insignificant. The club from Cantabria were among La Liga's 10 founding members, and after playing in 44 top ...