Estudiantes de La Plata is a professional football club based in La Plata, Argentina. Founded in 1905, the team is known for its distinctive red and white striped jerseys. They play their home matches at the Estadio Jorge Luis Hirschi, which has a capacity of around 30,000 spectators. The club has a rich history in Argentine football and has won multiple national championships. The team is also recognized for its success in international competitions, particularly the Copa Libertadores, which they have won four times. Estudiantes has a strong rivalry with Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata, known as the "Clásico Platense." The club's youth academy is highly regarded, producing many talented players who have gone on to have successful careers.