Portuguesa Carioca
Coach:
Alfredo Sampaio
Establishment Date:
0
League Affiliation:
BRA Campeonato Carioca A
Stadium:
Estádio Ilha do Urubu
Seating Capacity:
20113
Team Info
Portuguesa Carioca is a football club based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, competing in the Campeonato Carioca A, the top state league of Rio de Janeiro. The club plays its home matches at the historic Estádio Luso Brasileiro in the Ilha do Governador neighborhood. Founded by the Portuguese community in Rio, the club's name and red and green colors proudly reflect its Lusophone heritage. Portuguesa has a rich history as a traditional *vovô* (grandfather) of Carioca football, though it has spent much of the recent era outside the elite Serie A of Brazilian football. A peak era includes their famous Campeonato Carioca title in 1996, a triumph that remains a defining moment for the club and its passionate supporters. The modern team focuses on rebuilding and re-establishing itself as a force in the state championship, with a squad built on a mix of experienced Rio league players and promising youth. The team culture is defined by its unique Portuguese-Brazilian identity and a fiercely loyal, community-based fan group known for their vibrant support. Portuguesa Carioca is a club of immense tradition and cultural significance in the heart of Rio.
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BRA Serie D 2026 2026/04/18
Portuguesa Carioca
06:00
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Madureira
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Wellington
425000
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