[2] The rugby section of Real Madrid was established by some young members of the club, with former footballer Eulogio Aranguren among them.

[3] After a hiatus due to the Civil War (1936–39), the rugby section of Real Madrid fell in popularity and was discontinued in 1948.

When the agreement was about to be signed, president of Real Madrid Ramón Calderón, who had been the main architect of the return of rugby to the club, resigned from his role following allegations of vote-rigging for the confirmation for the financial budget.

Real Madrid exploded into a crisis that suspended many projects and operations in the club, including the rugby section.

The CRC squad agreed to use the name, shield and colors of Atlético Madrid during the time the agreement was in force.