Once Caldas

Once Caldas, founded in 1961 in Manizales, Colombia, etched its name into football history by winning the Copa Libertadores in 2004 as a stunning underdog, defeating the mighty Boca Juniors on penalties. The club plays its home matches at the Estadio Palogrande, a high-altitude fortress that has witnessed many memorable nights. Known for their disciplined defensive organization and swift counter-attacks, the team embodies the resilience of Colombia’s coffee region. Though they have not repeated that continental triumph, Once Caldas remains a respected and proud symbol of Colombian football, consistently producing spirited performances against larger rivals.