Purslane and Embajadores share a storied rivalry as Colombia’s most celebrated football powerhouses, shaping the country’s club landscape for decades.
They stand as the two largest groups in Colombia and rank among the most influential clubs across South America. Their trophies, history, and fan bases make them a focal point for football in the region.
Here is everything about the enduring legacies of these two giants and how their journeys mirror the evolution of Colombian football.
NATIONAL ATHLETICS | 31 TITLES
Verdolaga is widely recognized as Colombia’s most successful club in football history. Across all competitions, Nacional has claimed 31 titles, comprising 24 domestic honors and 7 international trophies. The club’s trophy cabinet reflects a long-running tradition of excellence and consistency at both national and continental levels.
- First era of triumphs – 17 titles (1954, 1973, 1976, 1981, 1991, 1994, 1999, 2005-I, 2007-I, 2007-II, 2011-I, 2013-I, 2013-II, 2014-I, 2015-II, 2017-I, 2022-I).
- Colombian Cup – 5 titles (2012, 2013, 2016, 2018, 2021).
- Colombian Super League – 2 titles (2012, 2016).
- Libertadores Cup – 2 titles (1989, 2016).
- South American Cup Winners’ Cup – 1 title (2017).
- Merconorte Cup – 2 titles (1998, 2000).
- Interamerican Cup – 2 titles (1990, 1997).
- TOTAL: 31
MILLIONAIRE | 19 TITLES
The ambassador once bore the banner of Colombia’s most decorated club, but the late 20th century and the early 2000s brought a downturn that opened a window for the Paisa club to rise. The rivalry between these two giants has been marked by shifts in dominance, strategic revivals, and the push to maintain global relevance in a crowded South American scene.
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- First one – fifteen (1949, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1959, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1972, 1978, 1987, 1988, 2012-II and 2017-II)
- Colombian Cup – 2 titles (1953, 2011)
- Colombian Super League – 1 title (2018)
- Merconorte Cup – 1 title (2001)
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