Associacao Portuguesa de Desportos

A club from São Paulo founded by the Portuguese community in the city, with tradition in Brazilian national football between the 1970s and 1990s.

History

Founded in 1920 by Portuguese immigrants, Associacao Portuguesa de Desportos established itself as one of the traditional clubs of São Paulo's capital, competing in the Brazilian Championship on several occasions. Its peak occurred between the 1970s and 1980s, when it formed competitive squads on the national stage and won significant state titles. In recent years, the club has faced financial and administrative difficulties, alternating between state and national divisions, but maintains a loyal fan base and strong historical tradition.