Stadium Information

The Monumental Banco Pichincha Stadium, also known as the Monumental Isidro Romero Carbo Stadium, is the main sports venue in Ecuador and one of the most emblematic in South America. Located in Guayaquil, it was inaugurated on December 27, 1987 and is owned by the Barcelona Sporting Club, the most decorated team in the country. With an official capacity of 59,283 spectators, although it has hosted up to 91,230 people in special events, it is popularly known as “The Colossus of El Salado” due to its imposing structure and proximity to the estuary of the same name.

The stadium has witnessed memorable matches of Barcelona SC, such as the Copa Libertadores finals in 1990 and 1998, where they faced Olimpia from Paraguay and Vasco da Gama from Brazil, respectively. Additionally, it has hosted matches of the Ecuadorian national team in World Cup qualifiers and other international tournaments. In 2008, the stadium adopted its current name after a sponsorship agreement with the Banco Pichincha, although it legally retains the name Monumental Isidro Romero Carbo Stadium.

A curiosity is that during the stadium's inauguration, the legendary Brazilian footballer Pelé compared it to the famous Maracanã in Rio de Janeiro, highlighting its architectural beauty. This statement is commemorated with a golden plaque in the stadium. Furthermore, the venue has modern facilities, including medical facilities, souvenir shops, and restaurants, spread over a total area of 5,100 m². Its playing field measures 105 x 70 meters and has undergone renovations to maintain its status as one of the most important stadiums in the region.