Vila Nova Futebol Clube, from Goiânia, Goiás, is a stalwart of Brazilian football's second tier, competing in the Brazilian Série B. The team's home is the Estádio Onésio Brasileiro Alvarenga, commonly known as the OBA. Founded in 1943, the club's full name is Vila Nova Futebol Clube, and its colors are red and black. The name "Vila Nova" simply means "New Town," reflecting the district where it was established. Tigrão, as they are nicknamed, has built a strong identity as a club that consistently challenges for promotion to Série A, achieving this feat several times throughout its history, most notably in the late 1990s. The club's greatest achievement was winning the Copa Centro-Oeste in 2015, a regional competition. Vila Nova maintains a fierce local rivalry with Goiás Esporte Clube, with matches between the two known as the "Clássico Goiano." The modern era sees Vila Nova as a perennial promotion candidate in Série B, known for a disciplined, physical style of play and a robust youth academy. Their supporters are deeply passionate, creating a formidable home advantage at the OBA. In short, Vila Nova is the pride of Goiás, embodying resilience and the dream of top-flight football.