Cuiaba is a Brazilian soccer club based in the city of Cuiaba, in the state of Mato Grosso. The club was founded in 2001 and has since become a prominent team in the region. Cuiaba's home venue is the Arena Pantanal, a multi-purpose stadium that was built for the 2014 FIFA World Cup. The club's nickname is "Dourado," which means "Golden" in Portuguese. This nickname is a reference to the golden color of the club's kit. Cuiaba has had success in regional competitions, winning the Mato Grosso State Championship multiple times. The club has also participated in the Campeonato Brasileiro Serie C, the third tier of Brazilian football. Cuiaba's rise in recent years has been impressive, and they continue to make strides in Brazilian football.