Ceará Sporting Club, commonly known as Ceará, is a historic Brazilian football club based in Fortaleza, competing in the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A. The team plays its home matches at the iconic Estádio Castelão, which it shares with its local rivals. Founded in 1914, Ceará is one of the most traditional clubs in the Northeast region of Brazil. While the club has spent much of its history oscillating between the first and second divisions, it has enjoyed periods of significant success, including multiple state championship titles. In recent years, Ceará has established itself as a stable Série A side, known for being a difficult opponent to beat, especially at home. The club's passionate fan base, known as "Alvinegros," is fiercely loyal. Ceará's modern project focuses on sensible management and developing a competitive team that can consistently challenge in the top flight, proudly representing the state of Ceará on the national stage.