E.C. Vitória

Esporte Clube Vitória, widely known as Vitória, is a Brazilian football club based in Salvador, Bahia. Founded on May 13, 1899, it stands among the oldest football institutions in Brazil. The club competes in the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A, the top tier of Brazilian football, and also participates in the Campeonato Baiano, the state championship. Home matches are played at the Manoel Barradas stadium, commonly called Barradão, which holds approximately 35,632 spectators. The team traditionally wears red and black striped shirts, though the stripe pattern has varied over the years, sometimes vertical, sometimes wider or narrower.

Vitória has earned a reputation as one of the world's most prolific youth academies. Between 1995 and 2000, its youth teams won at least 21 international titles, a remarkable achievement that underscores the club's developmental prowess. Many notable players began their careers at Vitória, including Bebeto, Vampeta, Dida, Júnior, Hulk, David Luiz, Dudu Cearense, Marcelo Moreno, and Gabriel Paulista. The club's fierce rivalry with Esporte Clube Bahia, known as the Ba-Vi derby, is one of the most intense in Brazilian football, often ranked among the world's most bitter rivalries. With a rich history, a strong youth system, and a passionate fan base, Vitória remains a significant force in Brazilian football. [edit]

Esporte Clube Vitória was founded on May 13, 1899, in Salvador, Bahia, making it one of the oldest football clubs in Brazil. The club quickly established itself in regional competitions, and by the mid-20th century, it had become a regular contender in the Campeonato Baiano. Vitória's youth academy began producing exceptional talent in the 1990s, with teams winning at least 21 international youth titles between 1995 and 2000, a period that saw the emergence of players like Bebeto and Dida.

The club's most recent major achievement came in 2023, when it won the Campeonato Brasileiro Série B, securing promotion back to the top flight. In the 2026 season, Vitória has faced challenges, sitting 13th in the Série A standings with 7 wins, 5 draws, and 9 losses as of mid-season. A notable result was a 2-1 away victory over Fortaleza in the Copa do Nordeste on June 2, 2026, though the team also suffered a heavy 0-4 defeat to Palmeiras, during which two players were sent off. The coaching staff has seen several changes in recent years, with Vagner Mancini, João Burse, Leonardo Condé, Thiago Carpini, and Fábio Carille all taking the helm, reflecting the club's ambition and the competitive nature of Brazilian football. [edit]