Union Magdalena is a Colombian soccer club with a rich history and notable achievements. Founded in 1953, the club is based in the city of Santa Marta. Their home venue is the Estadio Eduardo Santos, which has a capacity of around 10,000 spectators. Union Magdalena is affectionately known as "El Ciclón Bananero" (The Banana Cyclone) due to the region's association with banana plantations. The club has had success in the past, winning the Colombian top-flight league title in 1968 and finishing as runners-up in 1958 and 1966. Union Magdalena has also participated in international competitions, including the Copa Libertadores. Despite facing financial difficulties in recent years, the club continues to have a passionate fan base and remains an important institution in Colombian football.