Goytacaz Futebol Clube, often referred to as Goytacaz-RJ, is a Brazilian football club from Campos dos Goytacazes in Rio de Janeiro state. The club currently competes in the Campeonato Carioca Série C, the third tier of the Rio de Janeiro state championship. Their home is the iconic Estádio Aryzão. Founded in 1912, Goytacaz is one of the oldest clubs in the state, with traditional colors of black and white. The club's peak came in the mid-20th century when it was a regular participant in the top tier of the Cariocão, the state championship, and even contested a national top-flight match in the old Taça Brasil. Known as "Alvinegro da Bela Vista," the club has a passionate local fan base. The modern era has seen Goytacaz oscillate between the second and third divisions of the state league, facing financial challenges common to many historic Brazilian clubs outside the major centers. The current focus is on rebuilding and reclaiming a place in the Campeonato Carioca Série B. Goytacaz remains a beloved institution in Campos, a symbol of local identity and footballing history.