It was established in 2022 when the women's team of Neos Asteras Rethymno broke away from the Crete-based club and was rebranded as REA.
The new name, REA, refers to Rhea, the mother goddess in Greek mythology, but it also stands for Rethymniaki Enosi Athliton (lit.
[1] The team consisted of the former Asteras players as well as new signings like Marina Koutri and Miljana Smiljkovic from PAOK, Viverly Erazo from Millonarios and Greek international defender Stela Kotsaki from Doxa 2016.
[7] The colors of REA are gold, which symbolizes brightness and knowledge, and green, which represents the beginning of a new journey.
[8] Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.