Deportivo Cuenca is a professional Ecuadorian football club based in the city of Cuenca, competing in the LigaPro Serie A, the top division of Ecuadorian football. The club plays its home matches at the Estadio Alejandro Serrano Aguilar. Founded in 1971, its colors are red and blue. Deportivo Cuenca has a proud history, having won the national championship on one occasion, in the 2004 season, which remains the club's crowning achievement. The team has also been a regular participant in continental competitions like the Copa Libertadores. The modern era sees "El Expreso Austral" building competitive squads that aim to finish in the upper half of the table and challenge for cups. The club is renowned for its loyal and vocal fan base, which creates an intimidating atmosphere at home. Deportivo Cuenca is a historic and respected institution in Ecuadorian football.