Vitória
Vitória Futebol Clube, commonly known as Vitória de Setúbal, is a Portuguese professional football club founded in 1910 and based in Setúbal. The club currently plays at the Estádio do Bonfim and competes in the Second Division of AF Setúbal after experiencing severe financial difficulties that led to their relegation from professional football. Throughout their history, Vitória have achieved notable success, winning three Taça de Portugal titles (1964–65, 1966–67, 2004–05), one Taça da Liga (2007–08), and international honors including the Small Club World Cup (1970) and Recopa Ibérica (2005).
History
Overview
General information about the club
Vitória de Setúbal was born under the original name Sport Victoria from the ashes of the small Bonfim Foot-Ball Club. The club has experienced significant ups and downs throughout its existence, from competing in Portugal's top flight to currently playing in the district championship due to financial problems. Historically, it is considered one of the most decorated clubs in the country with six major trophies won domestically and internationally.
Most recent season and achievements
In June/July 2024, after failing to qualify for Liga 3 and the Campeonato de Portugal, Vitória de Setúbal did not obtain licensing for the 2024/25 season in the Third Level, being relegated to the Second Division of AF Setúbal (6th Level of Football in Portugal). In Liga 3, União de Santarém was chosen to replace the Sadino team.
History
Early years
Vitória de Setúbal played in the inaugural Campeonato da Liga in 1934–35, establishing themselves as one of the founding members of Portuguese professional football.
Successful period
The club's golden era began in the 1960s when they won their first Taça de Portugal in 1964–65, beating holders Benfica 3–1 in the final. After losing 1–0 to Braga in the next season's final, Vitória won the 1967 final by beating Académica de Coimbra 3–2 after extra-time. During this period, they also competed in European competitions, including the European Cup-Winners' Cup in 1965-66 and 1967-68, and the Fairs Cup in 1969–70, where they notably knocked Liverpool out in the second round. In the 1973–74 season, Vitória finished in third place, four points behind champions Sporting CP.
Crisis and recovery
After a yo-yo period from the mid-1980s to the mid-2000s, Vitória returned to the Portuguese top flight for the 2004–05 season. The same season saw them win their third Cup, beating holders Benfica 2–1 in the final on 29 May. They also won the Carlsberg Cup for the first time on 22 March 2008, defeating Sporting on penalties following a goalless draw.
Current period
Vitória avoided relegation by one point in 2019–20, but due to financial distress and failure to gain a licence for the new season, they were administratively relegated to the third-tier Campeonato de Portugal. They were promoted after one season but remained in the third division due to the creation of Liga 3. In 2022–23, the team were relegated to the now fourth-tier Campeonato de Portugal on the final day despite beating F.C. Oliveira do Hospital, due to Sporting CP B's late winner over Real SC.
Achievements and Honors
Domestic competitions
Taça de Portugal - Winners: 1964–65, 1966–67, 2004–05 - Runners-up: 1926–27, 1942–43, 1953–54, 1961–62, 1965–66, 1967–68, 1972–73, 2005–06
Taça da Liga - Winners: 2007–08 - Runners-up: 2017–18
Supertaça de Portugal - Runners-up: 2005, 2006
Continental and global competitions
Small Club World Cup - Winners: 1970
Recopa Ibérica - Winners: 2005
Club Traditions and Behind the Scenes
Stadium
Vitória plays at the Estádio do Bonfim, which was inaugurated in 1962 and has a capacity of 15,497.
Vitória
Club Information
Official Name
Vitória
Short Name
VTO
Founding Year
1899
Tactical Formation
4-3-3
Stadium Information
Stadium Name
Estádio Manoel Barradas
Capacity
30.000
Address
Rua Artêmio Castro Valente 1, Bairro Nossa Senhora da Vitória
City
Salvador, Brazil
Surface
grass
Key Personnel
Captain
Wagner Leonardo Calvelo de Souza
Captain's Stats
186cm,
Head Coach
Jair Zaksauskas Ribeiro Ventura
Head Coach Age
47 Age
Coach Nationality
BR
Coach Contract
24/09/2025 - 31/12/2026
Recent Honours
| Season | Competition | Achievement |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Baiano 1 Brasil | 🏆 2 |
| 2024 | Baiano 1 Brasil | 🏆 1 |
| 2023 | Hạng Nhất Brazil | 🏆 1 |
| 2018 | Baiano 1 Brasil | 🏆 1 |
Current Season Stats
| Competition | Rank | Matches | W-D-L | Points |
|---|
Goal Statistics
Serie A (BRA)
21 Scored - 25 Conceded
Copa do Nordeste
0 Scored - 0 Conceded
Copa do Nordeste
14 Scored - 8 Conceded
Baiano 1
13 Scored - 4 Conceded
Serie A (BRA)
34 Scored - 52 Conceded