Portuguesa Desportos is a Brazilian soccer club based in São Paulo. Founded in 1920, the club has a rich history and has competed in various divisions of Brazilian football. Their home venue is the Estádio do Canindé, which has a capacity of around 21,004 spectators. The club is commonly known as "Lusa," a nickname derived from the word "lusitano," which refers to the ancient inhabitants of Portugal. Portuguesa Desportos has had several notable accomplishments throughout its history, including winning the Campeonato Brasileiro Série B in 1973 and finishing as runners-up in the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A in 1996. The club has also had success in regional competitions, winning the Campeonato Paulista four times.