Clásico del Astillero
The Clásico del Astillero is the football match that embodies the greatest rivalry in Ecuadorian football, featuring the two most popular and successful clubs in the league, Barcelona and Emelec, both based in Guayaquil. The rivalry between these two teams is rooted in a rich history and a passionate fan base, making it the most intense sporting event in the country. Also known as "El partido inmortal" (the immortal match), it is the only Ecuadorian football derby considered among the "34 greatest football rivalries in the world," according to FourFourTwo magazine.
Left: Barcelona's Barra Brava la "Sur Oscura" Right: Emelec's Barra Brava "La Boca Del Pozo" | |
| Other names | El Clásico Ecuatoriano El partido inmortal del fútbol Ecuatoriano |
|---|---|
| Location | Guayaquil, Ecuador |
| Teams | Barcelona Emelec |
| First meeting | August 22, 1943 |
| Statistics | |
| Most wins | Barcelona (72) |
| Most player appearances | José Francisco Cevallos (52 appearances) |
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