Sport Club do Recife, commonly known as Sport Recife, is a Brazilian soccer club based in Recife, Pernambuco. Founded in 1905, it is one of the oldest clubs in Brazil. Sport Recife has a rich history and has achieved success both domestically and internationally. The club has won the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A, the top division of Brazilian football, once in 1987. They have also won the Copa do Brasil, the country's premier domestic cup competition, in 2008. Sport Recife's home venue is the Ilha do Retiro stadium, which has a capacity of around 32,000 spectators. The club's nickname is "Leão" (Lion), symbolizing their fierce and competitive nature. An interesting fact about Sport Recife is that they have a strong fan base known for their passionate support and loyalty.
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Location
Brazil
Stadium
Ilha do Retiro
Capacity
35,000
Leagues
Brazilian Serie B
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