Barcelona Sporting Club is a prominent Ecuadorian professional football team based in Guayaquil. Internationally recognized as Barcelona de Guayaquil, the club competes in the Ecuadorian Serie A, the top tier of football in the country. It is a central institution in Ecuadorian sports, with a large and passionate fan base.
The club holds a unique historical distinction within Ecuadorian football. Barcelona Sporting Club is notable for being the only team in the Ecuadorian top flight that has never been relegated to the second division, Serie B. This record underscores the team's consistent performance and enduring presence at the highest level of national competition.
The term is often paired with LDU Quito, another major Ecuadorian club, due to their historic and competitive rivalry. Matches between Barcelona SC and LDU Quito are among the most anticipated in the national league, often referred to as a "Clásico" of Ecuadorian football. This fixture is a significant event in the sporting calendar, drawing widespread attention.
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