Esporte Clube Vitória, often distinguished as Vitória ES to avoid confusion with the Salvador club, is a football team from Vila Velha in the state of Espírito Santo, Brazil, competing in the Campeonato Capixaba, the top state division. Their home stadium is the Estádio Salvador Venâncio da Costa, known as "Varenão." Founded in 1912, it is one of the oldest clubs in the state, with traditional colors of red and black. The club's history is intertwined with Espírito Santo football, being a founding member of the state federation. Their peak era includes numerous Campeonato Capixaba titles, establishing them as one of the most successful clubs in the state's history. They have also had spells in the national Serie C. In the modern era, Vitória ES remains a perennial contender for the state title, though often facing fierce competition from rivals like Rio Branco and Desportiva Ferroviária. The club has a passionate and historic fan base known as "Rubro-Negra." Vitória ES is a pillar of football tradition in Espírito Santo.