About

Fortaleza Esporte Clube, based in Fortaleza, Brazil, are a multi-sport club active in Brazilian football, and this page at Walkouts highlights signed football shirts and club memorabilia. The side traces its roots to 18 October 1918 and the foundation year is widely recorded as 1918, a touchstone for centenary releases and heritage pieces.

The club fields teams in football while also supporting futsal, handball and basketball, and has long been identified by red, blue and white colours. Founded by local enthusiasts, the club’s crest and tricolour have been the basis for numerous limited edition runs, commemorative patches and regional releases that interest collectors who follow Northeast Brazilian football history.

Home fixtures are most often staged at the Estádio Governador Plácido Castelo, commonly called the Castelão, where derby days against Ceará are known as the Clássico-Rei. On the silverware front the club boasts 46 state league titles and three Copa do Nordeste crowns, facts that make period shirts from championship seasons particularly sought after. IFFHS ranks the club 63rd in their club listings, a single contextual marker of international standing.

Anniversary shirts after 1970 are a recurring collector focus, notably the Centenary 2018 release with a special crest, followed by commemorative patches in 2021 and match details added for the 2023 campaign. These anniversary editions are chased because they combine short production runs with distinct sleeve or chest identifiers, and collectors prize early retail batches and player-issue variants from those runs.

Season and match magnets include the return to the top flight after the 2019 campaign and regional triumphs such as the 2021 Copa do Nordeste; shirts from promotion seasons or decisive knockout fixtures are sought for provenance and visible match wear. An iconic away example is the club’s recent white away shirt, Sudamericana design that is linked to the club’s continental fixtures and decisive away legs, and away colourways tied to cup runs often surface in auction catalogues and private sales.

Signed retail demand is strong, and collectors explicitly look for fanshop shirts as well as match-issued variants; early retail runs, player-issue trims and region-specific releases from Leão1918, Volt and modern supplier eras add to provenance. Sellers often supply exact photo evidence and provenance notes, and examples accompanied by exact photo proof of the signing command attention. Free worldwide shipping is available on many items, which helps international buyers.

For provenance and display the most requested seasons remain the campaigns around promotion in 2019 and regional success in 2021, plus the club’s continental run in 2023, with shirts from the 2019 Série B and the 2023 Sudamericana final frequently referenced in catalogues. When sourcing Fortaleza shirts collectors assess stitch types, crest versions and supplier marks, and Walkouts closes this page with guidance on locating centenary, promotion and Sudamericana pieces for those seeking authenticated signatures and framed shirt options.

Collector Highlights

Iconic home kits

  • 2023 Red/Blue/White Copa Sudamericana finalists best continental run
  • 2019 Tricolor Série B champions top-flight return
  • 2021 Tricolor Copa do Nordeste winners

Iconic away kits

  • 2023 White Sudamericana away KO legs
  • 2022 Blue Libertadores debut group stage
  • 2020 Black third kit modern alt

Anniversary shirts

  • 2018 Centenary special crest
  • 2023 Sudamericana final match patch
  • 2021 103 years commemorative

Collector seasons

  • 2023 Sudamericana finalists historic
  • 2019 Série B champions rebuild milestone
  • 2021 Copa do Nordeste regional crown

Honours

Fortaleza Esporte Clube have established themselves as a dominant force in Ceará, amassing 46 state league titles that underscore sustained local supremacy. Regionally, the club added weight with 3 Copa do Nordeste titles, confirming competitive strength across the Northeast. On the continental stage, Fortaleza reached the Copa Sudamericana final in 2023, marking a historic peak and the club’s finest international campaign to date. That decisive occasion showcased the side’s ability to carry domestic and regional consistency onto a broader stage.

The rise has been mirrored in global benchmarking, with the club recognised at an IFFHS level, reflected by a rank of 63. Along the way, key campaigns have become touchstones for supporters and collectors alike, with special kits and commemorations attached to standout seasons. Taken together, the state dominance, regional crowns and that run to a continental final present a coherent honours profile: strong local roots, proven regional pedigree and a credible presence in South American competition.

Legends & Leadership

Marcelo Boeck is regarded by supporters as a recent key player, bringing presence and reliability in the late 2010s as Fortaleza consolidated itself and set foundations for later achievements.

Júnior Santos emerged as a recent key player in the late 2010s, adding direct running and crucial attacking moments that aligned with the club’s upward trajectory during that period.

Yago Pikachu, Tinga shaped the early 2020s as recent key players, combining versatility and defensive leadership to help carry Fortaleza’s momentum into significant regional and continental stages.

Vojvoda is viewed as a legendary manager of the early 2020s, associated with the tactical clarity and belief that propelled a historic continental push, while Marcelo Paz is recognised as the leading executive figure of the early 2020s, providing stability and direction that underpinned the team’s competitive strides.

Stadium

Home games are staged at Castelão in Fortaleza, a major venue that has become synonymous with the club’s identity and matchday rituals. The ground’s size and acoustics help amplify the red, blue and white of Fortaleza’s colours, creating a striking visual and sonic presence when the team takes the field. Fixtures against Ceará SC bring a particular edge; the Clássico-Rei derby is woven into the city’s sporting fabric and sets the tone for some of the most intense atmospheres of the season. Castelão’s configuration supports large-scale tifos and vibrant backing throughout the stands, giving players a palpable lift. The stadium has also served as a platform for landmark campaigns, offering a home stage for regional triumphs and the club’s notable continental adventures, while remaining a defining landmark for football culture in Ceará’s capital.

Also known as
Castelão
Capacity
63903
Local derby
Clássico-Rei Ceará Fortaleza derby

Authentication & Provenance

  • Verification 2023 final shirts scarce
  • Suppliers Leão1918/Volt/Nike eras
  • Condition tricolor dye bleed risk

FAQ

Q: Who are Fortaleza Esporte Clube and where are they based? A: Fortaleza Esporte Clube is a Brazilian multi-sport club from Fortaleza, capital of the state of Ceará, with football as its primary sport.

Q: What silverware has Fortaleza won? A: The club has earned 46 state league titles and 3 Copa do Nordeste titles, and made a landmark run to the Copa Sudamericana final in 2023.

Q: Who is Fortaleza’s main rival and what is the derby called? A: The biggest rival is Ceará SC, and their meetings are known as the Clássico-Rei.

Q: How is memorabilia authenticity handled and do you ship internationally? A: Items are typically supplied with a certificate of authenticity (COA) to confirm provenance. Free worldwide shipping.