Club Atlético Platense, founded on May 25, 1905, by a group of young people in the Recoleta neighborhood of Buenos Aires, is a sports entity with deep roots in Argentine football. Its name comes from the "Platense" stud, owner of the horse Gay Simón, whose victory in a race provided the initial funds for the club. Popularly known as "El Calamar" (The Squid), a nickname that arose because its old pitch near the river would flood, and players would end up muddy, moving "like squids in their ink" according to a journalist of the time.
Currently, its main headquarters are in Florida, Vicente López district, province of Buenos Aires. Platense was one of the clubs that participated in the founding of professionalism in Argentina in 1931. Its stadium, the Ciudad de Vicente López, inaugurated on July 22, 1979, has an approximate capacity of 28,530 spectators and is the scene of vibrant matches where fans seek to secure their seats for a unique experience.
The club's traditional colors are white and brown, present in its iconic jersey. Throughout its history, Platense has experienced promotions and relegations, forging a resilient character and a loyal fanbase that values tradition and pride in its colors.
Cristian 'Kily' González was officially presented as the new coach of Platense, signing a contract that will link him to the club until December 2026. He replaces the duo Orsi-Gómez after their surprising resignation following their Apertura 2025 Tournament title.
Club Atlético Platense wrote the most glorious page in its history by becoming champion of the 2025 Apertura Tournament of the Argentine First Division football. It is the first top-tier title for "El Calamar," obtained after defeating Huracán in an exciting final.
Just ten days after leading Platense to its first First Division title, the coaching duo Favio Orsi and Sergio Gómez submitted their irrevocable resignation, citing deep emotional exhaustion despite having a contract in force until the end of 2025.
In an act full of symbolism, Club Atlético Platense received a tribute at the Palermo Hippodrome. The event commemorated the club's founding in 1905, made possible by the winnings from a bet on the horse Gay Simón, from the Platense stud.
The president of Platense, Sebastián Ordóñez, addressed the surprising departure of the champion coaches, Favio Orsi and Sergio Gómez. He expressed his sadness but also pride in the historic achievement and the work done.
With Cristian 'Kily' González at the helm, Platense has begun the planning stage for the 2025-2026 season. Possible reinforcements, departures, and preseason logistics are being analyzed to face national competitions with the goal of being a protagonist.
A detailed analysis of the performance of each of the players who made up the Platense champion squad of the 2025 Apertura Tournament, highlighting their individual contributions in the historic consecration of the Calamar team.
Thousands of Platense fans gathered in the vicinity of the Ciudad de Vicente López stadium and at key points in the neighborhood to celebrate winning the 2025 Apertura Tournament, an achievement awaited for generations.
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