CD Godoy Cruz Antonio Tomba, more commonly called simply Godoy Cruz, is an Argentine club based in Mendoza, in western Argentina. Founded in 1921, the club bears the name of Godoy Cruz neighborhood and pays homage to Antonio Tomba, emblematic figure of local football.
Playing at Estadio Malvinas Argentinas (shared with other mendocino clubs), the Tomba or El Expreso have experienced remarkable ascension since early 2000s. After decades spent in lower divisions, the club sustainably established itself in Argentine elite.
Godoy Cruz particularly distinguished itself by qualifying several times for Copa Libertadores and Copa Sudamericana, proudly representing Mendoza province on continental stage. The club is recognized for its technical play and excellent youth training.
With healthy management and philosophy focused on talent development, Godoy Cruz continues surprising in Argentine championship, asserting itself as a reliable value of Mendoza football.
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Godoy Cruz plays home matches at Estadio Malvinas Argentinas in Mendoza, a modern approximately 40,000-seat venue inaugurated in 1976. This stadium is shared with other province clubs.
The club bears the name of Godoy Cruz neighborhood in Mendoza, combined with Antonio Tomba, in homage to a historic leader who marked football development in the region at early 20th century.
Godoy Cruz climbed to Argentine Primera División in 1995 and established itself sustainably from 2008. The club succeeded in stabilizing among the country's best teams despite limited means.
The club is commonly called El Tomba (in reference to Antonio Tomba) or El Expreso (the Express), symbolizing its play's speed and efficiency. Club colors are blue and white.
Though not yet having won Argentine championship, Godoy Cruz has qualified several times for Copa Libertadores and achieved fine performances in national cup.
Main rival is Independiente Rivadavia, another Mendoza club. Matches between these two teams, known as mendocino derby, are highly followed in the province.
The stadium is located at approximately 1,000 meters altitude, which can constitute slight advantage for local teams. Moreover, its pitch and modern facilities make it one of Argentina's best provincial stadiums.
On FootballAudit.com, find all Godoy Cruz live results, Argentine Primera División standings, detailed statistics and tactical analysis of each match.
Yes, the club strongly relies on its training center which has produced several players subsequently playing in major Argentine clubs or abroad. This training policy is at the club project's heart.
Godoy Cruz plays in Liga Profesional Argentina (first division) and regularly maintains itself in upper mid-table, with ambition to qualify for continental competitions each season.
