The Venezuelan National Football Team, also known as "La Vinotinto," represents Venezuela in international football competitions. Established in 1926, the team is governed by the Venezuelan Football Federation and competes in events such as the FIFA World Cup and the Copa América. Despite being one of the newer teams in South America, Venezuela has made significant progress in recent years, improving its performance and gaining recognition. The team's colors are maroon, reflecting its nickname, and it plays its home matches at various stadiums across the country, including the Estadio Metropolitano de Mérida.