América de Cali

América de Cali is a Colombian professional football club based in Cali, Valle del Cauca.

América de Cali is a Colombian professional football club based in Cali, Valle del Cauca. Founded officially on 13 February 1927, it plays in Colombia’s Categoría Primera A and uses the Estadio Olímpico Pascual Guerrero as its home ground. The club is widely regarded as one of Colombia’s most popular and historically successful teams.

History

The club’s official founding date is 13 February 1927, though some sources refer to earlier football groups in Cali connected to its origins. América de Cali developed into one of Colombia’s leading clubs over the 20th century.

Colours and identity

América de Cali has long been associated with scarlet red, which became the club’s identifying colour. Its nickname, Los Diablos Rojos, reflects that red identity.

Stadium

The club plays home matches at the Estadio Olímpico Pascual Guerrero in Cali. The stadium is one of the best-known football venues in Colombia.

Competitive record

América de Cali is widely described as one of the most successful and popular teams in Colombian football. Different sources give different totals for its trophies, so the exact count should be checked against the latest official record.