Desportivo Huila is a professional soccer club based in Lubango, Angola. Founded in 1992, the club has a relatively short but eventful history. They have competed in the top tier of Angolan football, the Girabola, for several seasons. The club's home venue is the Estádio do Ferroviário, which has a seating capacity of around 20,000 spectators. Desportivo Huila is commonly known as "Os Galos do Planalto," which translates to "The Roosters of the Plateau." This nickname is likely a reference to the club's location in the Huila Province, which is characterized by its high plateaus. Despite not having won any major titles, Desportivo Huila has had notable performances in domestic cup competitions.