Acronym: Rio Branco |
Name: Rio Branco Football Club |
Address: Av. Ceará, 1356, Center |
Phone: (68) 3223-1747 |
Uniform: Red shirt with white details, red shorts and red socks |
Titles:
- 14 times Acreano champion - LAET (1921, 1922, 1935, 1936, 1937, 1938, 1939, 1940, 1941, 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945, 1946); |
Founded in: June 8th, 1919 |
President: Illimani Suares |
Vice-President: Neto Alencar |
Term of office: 2 years |
Information: |
Nicknames: Estrelão, Alvirrubro and O Mais Querido. |
O Rio Branco Football Club, also known simply as Rio Branco, is a Brazilian soccer team that represents the rich soccer culture of the northern region of the country. It was founded on June 8, 1913, in Rio Branco, AcreThe club occupies a significant place in the hearts of the locals and has been an essential part of the region's sporting history.
Although not as widely recognized as some of Brazil's biggest clubs, Rio Branco has been a consistent presence in regional soccer competitions, demonstrating its passion and dedication to the sport. The team has won the Campeonato Acreano, Acre's most important state championship, several times, proving its dominance on the regional soccer scene.
Rio Branco also took part in the Brazilian Championship D Seriesthe fourth tier of Brazilian soccer, and the Copa Verde, a tournament that brings together teams from the North and Center-West regions of Brazil. These competitions allowed the club to test its skills against a diverse range of opponents and gain valuable experience.
Over the years, Rio Branco has developed a reputation for nurturing young talent by providing opportunities to for players from the region to improve their skills and pursue their dreams of playing professional soccer. The club's commitment to player development has not only benefited the team, but has also contributed to the growth of soccer in the region.
With a loyal and passionate fan base known as ""Alvirrubros"", Rio Branco remains an essential part of the regional soccer scene. As a symbol of pride and unity for the northern region of Brazil, the club remains dedicated to promoting the beautiful game and nurturing the next generation of talented footballers.