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FC Porto

FC Porto, formally Futebol Clube do Porto, is a Portuguese professional sports club based in Porto.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

FC Porto, formally Futebol Clube do Porto, is a Portuguese professional sports club based in Porto. It is best known for its men’s football team, which competes in the Primeira Liga and is one of Portugal’s three traditional major clubs. The club was founded on 28 September 1893.

History

FC Porto was founded in 1893 in Porto and developed into one of Portugal’s leading sports institutions. Its football section became nationally prominent as Portuguese league football developed in the 20th century.

Football team

The club is best known for its men’s football team, which plays in the Primeira Liga. FC Porto is regarded as one of Portugal’s top three clubs and has remained in the country’s highest division throughout the modern league era.

Home ground

FC Porto’s home stadium is the Estádio do Dragão in Porto. The venue is associated primarily with the club’s football matches.

Achievements

FC Porto has won numerous domestic league and cup titles, along with major European and world titles. It is widely recognized as one of the most successful Portuguese clubs internationally.

Key facts

  • FC Porto is a Portuguese sports club best known for its football team.
  • It was founded in Porto on 28 September 1893.
  • The club is one of the Portuguese 'Big Three' with Benfica and Sporting CP.
  • Its men’s football team has competed in the Primeira Liga since the league’s early era and has never been relegated from the top flight.
  • FC Porto is one of the most successful Portuguese clubs in domestic and international competition.

Frequently asked questions

What is FC Porto?
FC Porto is a Portuguese multi-sport club from Porto, best known for its professional football team.
When was FC Porto founded?
It was founded on 28 September 1893.
Where is FC Porto based?
FC Porto is based in Porto, Portugal.
What league does FC Porto play in?
Its men’s football team plays in the Primeira Liga, Portugal’s top football division.
What is FC Porto’s nickname?
Common nicknames include Porto and Dragões, meaning Dragons.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FC_Porto
    Supports: Founding date, location, club identity, Primeira Liga membership, and status as one of Portugal's 'Big Three'.
  2. Wikipédia — https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Futebol_Clube_do_Porto
    Supports: Club name, founding date, location in Porto, and multi-sport club description.
  3. Wikipédia — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/FC_Porto
    Supports: Club headquarters/location and multi-sport club identity.
  4. Simple English Wikipedia — https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/FC_Porto
    Supports: Founding date, Porto location, and broad achievement overview.