Guayaquil City

Guayaquil City

Guayaquil City FC is a professional football club founded in 2007 and based in Guayaquil, Ecuador's largest city and a major football hub. The club competes in Ecuador's top flight, the Liga Pro, and plays home matches at Estadio Christian Benítez Betancourt, named in honour of the beloved Ecuadorian striker who died tragically in 2013. Although a relatively young club, Guayaquil City has developed steadily within Ecuador's competitive football landscape. The team has drawn players from Ecuador's rich talent pool and provided a platform for emerging local footballers. Their presence in the Liga Pro adds to the vibrant Guayaquil football culture, a city that also hosts renowned clubs such as Barcelona SC and Emelec. The club continues working toward establishing itself as a consistent top-division force.