CD Olimpia

Club Deportivo Olimpia, commonly known as CD Olimpia, is a professional football club based in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. Founded on June 12, 1912, it is the oldest and one of the most successful football clubs in the country. The club is also known by its nickname, Los Leones (The Lions), and its fans are referred to as Los Albos (The Whites) due to their white home kit.

CD Olimpia has a rich history in Honduran football, boasting a record number of titles in the Liga Nacional de Fútbol Profesional de Honduras, the top tier of Honduran football. The club has also achieved significant success in international competitions, being one of the most successful clubs in the CONCACAF region.

The club's success is not limited to domestic competitions. CD Olimpia has also made its mark in international football, winning the CONCACAF Champions League twice. The club's first international success came in 1972 when they won the CONCACAF Champions' Cup. They repeated this feat in 1988, demonstrating their dominance in the Central American region.

CD Olimpia's home ground is the Estadio Tiburcio Carías Andino, a stadium with a capacity of over 35,000 spectators. The stadium, located in the heart of Tegucigalpa, has been the club's home since its inauguration in 1948. The stadium is named after Tiburcio Carías Andino, a former president of Honduras.

Over the years, CD Olimpia has produced a number of notable players who have gone on to represent the Honduran national team. These include legendary figures like Ramón Maradiaga, who later became a successful coach, and Carlos Pavón, who is considered one of the greatest Honduran footballers of all time.

The club's traditional rivals are Motagua, with whom they contest the Honduran Superclásico. This rivalry dates back to the 1940s and is considered one of the fiercest in Central American football. Matches between the two sides are highly anticipated events, drawing large crowds and generating a passionate atmosphere.

CD Olimpia's emblem is a lion, symbolizing strength and courage. The club's colors are white and blue, representing purity and loyalty respectively. The club's motto, "Dios, Patria, Honor y Fuerza" (God, Homeland, Honor, and Strength), reflects the values that have guided the club throughout its history.

CD Olimpia's success and longevity have made it a cornerstone of Honduran football. Its rich history, passionate fan base, and commitment to excellence have ensured its place as one of the most respected and successful clubs in the region. As the club continues to strive for success on the domestic and international stage, it remains a symbol of pride for its fans and the city of Tegucigalpa.