America MG, also known as América Mineiro, is a Brazilian soccer club based in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais. Founded in 1912, the club has a rich history in Brazilian football. They have had success in both regional and national competitions. One of their major accomplishments was winning the Campeonato Brasileiro Série B in 2017, which earned them promotion to the top tier of Brazilian football. They have also won the Campeonato Mineiro, the state championship of Minas Gerais, numerous times throughout their history. The club's home venue is the Estádio Independência, also known as the Independência Stadium. It has a seating capacity of around 23,000 spectators. America MG is often referred to as "Coelho," which means "rabbit" in Portuguese. The nickname is believed to have originated from the club's early days when they had a player named Bala, who was known for his speed and agility on the pitch. An interesting fact about America MG is that they were the first club from Minas Gerais to participate in the Copa Libertadores, South America's most prestigious club competition, in 2016.