Coritiba Football Club, nicknamed Coxa, is one of southern Brazil's most traditional clubs. Founded in 1909 in Curitiba, Parana's capital, the club plays at Estadio Couto Pereira. Coritiba possesses rich history and maintains an intense rivalry with Athletico Paranaense.
Coxa won the 1985 Brazilian Championship and counts numerous regional titles. The club is characterized by green and white colors and a loyal supporter base. Coritiba has trained several Brazilian internationals and maintains regular presence in Brazilian football elite, alternating between Serie A and Serie B.
Estadio Couto Pereira, with 40,000 capacity, creates a passionate atmosphere during Paranaense derbies. Coritiba plays an important role in developing football in southern Brazil and continues attracting local talents. The club aims to stabilize sustainably in Serie A and regain its glory days.
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Coritiba plays home matches at Estadio Major Antonio Couto Pereira, commonly called Couto Pereira, located in Curitiba. With 40,000 capacity, this historic stadium inaugurated in 1932 creates a particularly intense atmosphere during derbies against Athletico Paranaense.
Founded October 12, 1909, Coritiba is one of Brazil's oldest clubs. Coxa won the 1985 Brazilian Championship, its greatest national success. The club has also dominated Paranaense football with numerous regional championships. Coritiba represents southern Brazilian football tradition and history.
Coritiba won the 1985 Brazilian Championship, over 35 Parana championships, and participated in several Copa Libertadores and Copa Sudamericana editions. The club has also trained numerous Brazilian internationals. The 1985 national title remains Coxa's glory summit.
The 'Coxa' (thigh in Portuguese) nickname dates back to the 1920s. According to legend, during a match, a Coritiba player scored a goal with his thigh, inspiring this nickname that remained. Coxa is now deeply rooted in club identity and affectionately used by all supporters.
The 'Atletiba', derby opposing Coritiba to Athletico Paranaense, is one of Brazil's most passionate rivalries. These confrontations divide Curitiba city and generate electric atmosphere. The Paranaense derby is considered one of Brazilian football's most intense with record attendances.
Coritiba traditionally wears green and white colors, hence the nickname Verdao (big green) or Alviverde (green and white). These emblematic colors have represented the club since its foundation. The green and white striped jersey is immediately recognizable throughout Brazil.
Coritiba regularly alternates between Brazilian championship Serie A and Serie B in recent years. The club fights to regain stability in the elite and aspires to qualify again for continental competitions. Directors work to build a sustainable project to avoid relegations.
Coritiba has featured legends like Alex, 2002 world champion with Brazil, Hernan Barcos, Kleber Gladiador, and more recently Robson. The club continues training talents who then represent Brazil or shine in other national and international clubs.
Coritiba's academy, though less publicized than big Sao Paulo or Rio clubs, maintains a quality training tradition. The club favors developing local Parana talents. Several players trained at Coxa have then shone in the Brazilian national team.
Coxa's news is available on the club's official website, social media, and Brazilian media. Brazilian championship matches are broadcast nationally and internationally. FootballAudit offers comprehensive coverage of results, standings, and Coritiba statistics.
