Clube Náutico Marcílio Dias

A club from Santa Catarina founded in Itajaí, one of the most traditional in the state of Santa Catarina. It regularly competes in the Catarinense Championship and national access competitions.

History

Clube Náutico Marcílio Dias was founded in 1923 in the city of Itajaí, on the north coast of Santa Catarina, honoring the sailor hero of the Paraguayan War who gives the name to the club. Throughout its history, the team established itself as one of the traditional forces of Catarinense football, alternating appearances between the first and second divisions of the state. The club has already competed in national competitions organized by CBF in its access series, representing the Itajaí Valley region. It is recognized by its loyal fan base and for the rivalry with other clubs in the Catarinese port region. Currently Marcílio Dias continues as one of the protagonists of the Catarinese interior, investing in youth categories and seeking to return to the main divisions of national football.