Independiente de Avellaneda

Independiente de Avellaneda, commonly known as Independiente, is a professional football club based in Avellaneda, Argentina, renowned for its rich history and success in Argentine football. Founded in 1905, the club is one of the most successful in South America, having won numerous national and international titles, including the Copa Libertadores. Known for its passionate fan base, Independiente has a storied rivalry with Racing Club, another Avellaneda-based team. Recently, the club made headlines when CONMEBOL disqualified them from the 2025 Copa Sudamericana due to violations, resulting in significant penalties.