Paraná Clube facts for kids
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| Full name | Paraná Clube | ||
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| Nickname(s) | Tricolor da Vila (Tricolor of the Village) | ||
| Founded | 19 December 1989 | ||
| Stadium | Estádio Vila Capanema | ||
| Capacity | 17,140 | ||
| President | Rubens Ferreira Silva | ||
| Head coach | Marcão | ||
| League | Campeonato Paranaense Série Prata | ||
| 2022 2022 |
Série D, 15th of 64 Paranaense, 12th of 12 (relegated) |
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Paraná Clube, often called Paraná, is a professional football team from Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil. It was started on December 19, 1989. The club plays in the Campeonato Paranaense Série Prata. This is the second level of the football league in Paraná state.
The club is known as Tricolor da Vila by its fans. This nickname means "tricolored of the town." It's because the team uses three main colors: red, white, and blue. Besides football, Paraná Clube also supports other sports. These include bowling, futsal, martial arts, tennis, volleyball, and weightlifting.
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Paraná Clube: A Look at Its History
On December 19, 1989, Paraná Clube was formed. It happened when two older clubs merged. These were EC Pinheiros and Colorado EC. EC Pinheiros had won the state championship three times. Colorado EC had won it once.
The club's very first game was on February 4, 1990. Coritiba won that match 1–0.
Early Wins and National Success
Just two years after it was founded, Paraná won its first state championship in 1991. This was the Campeonato Paranaense. The team then went on a winning streak. They won five state championships in a row from 1993 to 1997.
In 1992, Paraná Clube won the Campeonato Brasileiro Série B. This win allowed them to play in Brazil's top league, Série A, the next year. In 2000, Paraná won another national title. They beat AD São Caetano to win the Yellow Module of the João Havelange Cup. This cup was a special competition that replaced the regular Brazilian Championship for one year.
Partnerships and More State Titles
In 2003, Paraná Clube started working with L.A. Sports. This company helped the club with its youth training and signing new players. By 2005, Paraná Clube created its own investment fund. This meant they no longer needed the partnership with L.A. Sports.
On April 9, 2006, Paraná Clube won the Paraná State League for the seventh time. They beat ADAP 3–0 in one game and tied 1–1 in another. Over 25,000 fans watched the final match.
Playing in the Copa Libertadores
In 2007, Paraná played in the Copa Libertadores de América for the first time. This is a very important South American club competition. In the first round, they beat Cobreloa from Chile. They won one game 2–0 and tied the other 1–1.
Paraná then played in the group stage. They finished second in their group. However, they were knocked out in the Round of 16 by Libertad from Paraguay.
After ten years in the second division, Paraná Clube returned to Brazil's top football league. This happened in 2017 when they beat CRB 1-0.
Stadiums: Where Paraná Plays
Paraná Clube's main stadium is the Estádio Durival Britto e Silva. It is also known as Vila Capanema. This stadium was updated in 2006. More than 60 special viewing boxes were added. New bathrooms and snack bars were also built. The stadium can now hold 20,083 fans. The first game in the "new" Vila Capanema was on September 20, 2006. Paraná beat Fortaleza 2–0 in a Brazilian Championship match.
The club sometimes used to play at the Pinheirão stadium. Another stadium, Estádio Erton Coelho de Queiroz (Vila Olímpica), also belongs to Paraná Clube. However, it is only used for training.
- Estádio Durival Britto e Silva (Vila Capanema): This stadium can hold 20,000 people.
- Estádio Erton Coelho de Queiroz (Vila Olímpica): This stadium can hold 18,500 people.
Symbols of Paraná Clube
Every club has special symbols that represent it. Paraná Clube has its own unique crest, flag, mascot, and anthem.
Crest: The Club's Badge
The club's logo looks like a conifer cone. It is red with a white outline. Inside the logo, you can see an azure jay bird and a white pine tree. The words "Paraná" and "Brasil" are written in blue. The word "Clube" is written in white.
Flag: The Team's Colors
Paraná's flag is shaped like a rectangle. It is divided into two equal parts vertically. The right side of the flag is red, and the left side is blue.
Mascot: The Azure Jay
The official mascot of Paraná Clube is an azure jay. This bird is very common in the Paraná state. The azure jay is also a symbol of the Paraná state itself.
Anthem: The Club's Song
The Paraná Clube anthem is a special song. It was written by two people: João Arnaldo and Sebastião Lima.
Colors: Red, White, and Blue
Paraná Clube's team colors are red, blue, and white. Red was the main color of Colorado EC. Blue was the main color of EC Pinheiros. White was a color that both original teams used.
Rivals: Big Games in Curitiba
Paraná Clube has big rivalries with other football teams. Their main rivals are from the same city, Curitiba. These teams are Atlético-PR and Coritiba. Games against these teams are always very exciting!
Honours: Paraná Clube's Trophies
Paraná Clube has won several important championships throughout its history.
| National | ||
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| Competitions | Titles | Seasons |
| Campeonato Brasileiro Série B | 1 | 1992 |
| State | ||
| Competitions | Titles | Seasons |
| Campeonato Paranaense | 7 | 1991, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 2006 |
| Campeonato Paranaense Série Prata | 2 | 2012, 2024 |
Other Wins
- Copa João Havelange – Módulo Amarelo (1): 2000 (This was like the Série B that year, but not officially recognized by the Brazilian Football Confederation.)
- Seletiva Qualificatória Campeonato Brasileiro Série C (1): 1990
Friendly Tournaments
- Torneio Verão de Paranaguá (1): 1996
- Copa Vila Velha (1): 2004
- Torneio Quadrangular de Tangará da Serra-MT (1): 2004
Runner-Up Finishes
- Copa Sul (1): 1999
- Campeonato Paranaense (4): 1999, 2001, 2002, 2007
See also
In Spanish: Paraná Clube para niños
