Club Sporting Cristal

Club Sporting Cristal is one of Peru's big three football clubs, founded in 1955 and historically sponsored by Backus brewery. The club is known for its strong academy and for producing talents for Peruvian and international football.

History

Founded in 1955, Sporting Cristal quickly established itself as one of Peru's main football powers, winning dozens of national titles. The club is recognized for its youth development policy and for having produced players who shone in the World Cup and in Europe's top leagues. With regular participations in the Copa Libertadores, Sporting Cristal represents Peru prominently in the South American scene.