Cienciano, a Peruvian soccer club based in Cusco, has a rich history and notable achievements. Founded in 1901, the club has experienced both success and adversity over the years. Cienciano's most significant accomplishment came in 2003 when they won the Copa Sudamericana, becoming the first Peruvian team to win an international tournament. This triumph was followed by another impressive feat in 2004, when they clinched the Copa Libertadores, defeating River Plate in the final. The club's home venue is the Estadio Garcilaso de la Vega, which is located in Cusco, Peru. Cienciano is affectionately known as "El Papá" (The Father) due to their strong presence and dominance in Peruvian football during the early 2000s.