Palmas FR
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Wikipedia - Palmas Futebol e Regatas
Palmas Futebol e Regatas, or Palmas, as they are usually called, is a Brazilian football team from Palmas in Tocantins, founded on 31 January 1997. It competes in the Campeonato Tocantinense, the top flight of the Tocantins state football league.
Palmas is the top ranked team from Tocantins in CBF's national club ranking, being placed 88th overall.
History
Palmas Futebol e Regatas was founded on January 31, 1997, after borrowing Canelas documentation, which was already regularized at Tocantins Football Federation, thus, becoming the first professional club of the city. Tocantins Governor Siqueira Campos was the first person to sign the club's foundation minute.
On March 30, 1997, at Estádio General Sampaio, Porto Nacional, Belziran José de Souza scored the club's first goal. However, Palmas was beaten by Interporto 2–1.
In 1997, Palmas competed in the Campeonato Brasileiro Série C for the first time. The club was eliminated in the first stage.
On February 21, 2001, Palmas played its 100th match, against Gama, at Estádio Mané Garrincha, Brasília. Gama beat Palmas 1–0.
In 2004, the club was eliminated in Copa do Brasil quarterfinals, by 15 de Novembro. That was the club's best participation in the competition.
On January 24, 2021, Palmas' special plane crashed on the way to Goiânia, killing the president of the club Lucas Meira, four footballers and the pilot.
The team's colors are green and white, and their home matches are played at the Estádio Nilton Santos, a modern stadium that can hold thousands of passionate fans. Palmas FR has a rich history of success, having won numerous regional and national championships over the years.
The team is known for their attacking style of play, with quick passes and dynamic movement on the field. They have a talented roster of players, including both seasoned veterans and up-and-coming stars. Palmas FR is a respected and feared opponent in Brazilian soccer, and they continue to strive for excellence in every match they play.