Club Atlético Independiente is a professional football club based in Avellaneda, Argentina. Founded in 1905, it is one of the oldest and most successful clubs in Argentine football history. The team is known for its red and white colors and plays its home matches at the Estadio Libertadores de América. Independiente has won numerous national and international titles, including a record seven Copa Libertadores championships. The club has a passionate fan base and is often referred to as "El Rojo" (The Red). Its rivalry with Racing Club, another Avellaneda team, is one of the most intense in Argentine football.