Criciuma is a Brazilian soccer club based in the city of Criciuma, Santa Catarina. Founded in 1947, the club has a rich history in Brazilian football. Criciuma's major accomplishment came in 1991 when they won the Copa do Brasil, a prestigious domestic cup competition in Brazil. This victory allowed them to participate in the Copa Libertadores, South America's most prestigious club competition. The club's home venue is the Estadio Heriberto Hulse, which has a capacity of around 19,000 spectators. Criciuma is commonly known as "Tigre," which means tiger in Portuguese. The nickname is a reference to the club's fierce and determined playing style. Interesting fact: Criciuma is the only club from Santa Catarina state to have won a national title.