Deportivo Saprissa
Costa RicaCoach：
Vladimir Quesada
Establishment Date：
1935
League Affiliation：
CRC Primera Division
Stadium：
Estadio Ricardo Saprissa Aymá
Seating Capacity：
23112
Team Info
Deportivo Saprissa is an institution of Costa Rican and Central American football, a dominant force in the Costa Rican Primera División. Based in the San José district of Tibás, the club's iconic home is the Estadio Ricardo Saprissa Aymá, known as "La Cueva del Monstruo" (The Monster's Cave). Founded in 1935 by Roberto Saprissa, the team is famous for its unique all-purple kit and is owned by its members (socios). The club's name honors its founder, and its early years established a legacy of success and style. Saprissa's peak is a near-constant state; they have won over 30 national league titles and three CONCACAF Champions' Cup/League titles, earning the nickname "El Monstruo Morado" (The Purple Monster) for their dominance. The modern era sees Saprissa as perennial title contenders, consistently battling with arch-rival LD Alajuelense for supremacy, with a squad blending top Costa Rican talent with shrewd foreign imports. The fan base is among the most passionate and numerous in the nation, creating an intimidating and electrifying atmosphere at the famed stadium. Deportivo Saprissa is more than a club; it is a national symbol of sporting excellence and pride.
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CRC Primera Division 2026-2027Apertura
