Manta FC
- Leagues Played
- Ecuador LigaPro Serie B 264 Ecuador LigaPro Serie A 93 Ecuador Cup 8 America Friendlies 5 Ecuador Segunda Division 1
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- Related Teams
- Manta FC Reserves Manta FC U19
Fixtures
| Ecuador LigaPro Serie A | 07/12 19:00 | 20 |
Manta FC vs
Universidad Catolica del Ecuador
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| Ecuador LigaPro Serie A | 07/21 03:00 | 21 |
Club Atletico Libertad
vs
Manta FC
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| Ecuador LigaPro Serie A | 07/26 20:30 | 22 |
Manta FC vs
Emelec
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| Ecuador LigaPro Serie A | 08/04 03:00 | 23 |
Tecnico Universitario
vs
Manta FC
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| Ecuador LigaPro Serie A | 08/11 03:00 | 24 |
Manta FC vs
Independiente del Valle
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| Ecuador Cup | 08/13 20:00 | 5 |
San Antonio FC Cotacachi
vs
Manta FC
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Results
| Ecuador LigaPro Serie A | 07/06 20:30 | 19 |
[12] El Nacional
v
Manta FC [13]
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L | 1-0 | |
| Ecuador LigaPro Serie A | 06/28 19:00 | 18 |
[10] Maxence Broville
v
Manta FC [11]
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L | 2-0 | |
| Ecuador LigaPro Serie A | 06/24 00:00 | 17 |
[11] Manta FC v
Orense
[6] 
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D | 0-0 | |
| Ecuador LigaPro Serie A | 06/14 21:30 | 16 |
[2] Barcelona Guayaquil
v
Manta FC [12]
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W | 1-2 | |
| Ecuador LigaPro Serie A | 05/31 00:00 | 15 |
[14] TLU Kalev
v
Manta FC [13]
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D | 2-2 | |
| Ecuador LigaPro Serie A | 05/24 19:00 | 14 |
[11] Manta FC v
Vinotinto Ecuador
[8] 
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D | 2-2 | |
| Ecuador LigaPro Serie A | 05/17 19:00 | 13 |
[3] SD Aucas
v
Manta FC [11]
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D | 1-1 | |
| Ecuador LigaPro Serie A | 05/10 18:00 | 12 |
[14] Manta FC v
Kolar/Orlova
[10] |
W | 2-1 | |
| Ecuador LigaPro Serie A | 05/03 00:00 | 11 |
[8] Deportivo Cuenca
v
Manta FC [12]
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L | 2-0 | |
| Ecuador LigaPro Serie A | 04/26 21:30 | 10 |
[13] Manta FC v
LDU Quito
[6] 
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D | 1-1 | |
| Ecuador LigaPro Serie A | 04/20 00:00 | 9 |
[2] Independiente del Valle
v
Manta FC [12]
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L | 2-0 | |
| Ecuador LigaPro Serie A | 04/11 00:00 | 8 |
[12] Manta FC v
Tecnico Universitario
[13]
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W | 2-1 |
Stats
| Total | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches played | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Wins | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Draws | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Losses | 12 | 3 | 9 |
| Goals for | 54 | 38 | 16 |
| Goals against | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Clean sheets | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Failed to score | 11 | 3 | 8 |
Wikipedia - Manta F.C.
Manta Fútbol Club is a professional football club from the city of Manta, Ecuador. Founded in 1998, they play in Serie A.
History
Manta was founded in 1998 after the purchase of the franchise rights from the defunct Manta Sport. From 1999–2001, the club competed in the Segunda Categoría, the third tier of Ecuadorian football league system before being promoted in 2002 to Serie B. Manta won promotion again in 2003 to Serie A for the first time but finished poorly and were relegated back to Serie B where they would spend the next six seasons. 2009 saw the club back in Serie A but no titles were forthcoming and they were relegated again in 2014.
They got promoted back to the Serie A in 2020 played in the first tier after a seven-year absence. After one season, they suffered another relegation, only returning to the top tier in 2024 after finishing second in the year's Serie B.
The team's identity is deeply rooted in the local culture and community, often drawing inspiration from the rich maritime heritage of Manta, a city renowned for its fishing industry and beautiful beaches. Manta FC emphasizes a strong youth development program, nurturing local talent and providing opportunities for aspiring players to shine on the national stage.
Over the years, Manta FC has achieved notable successes, including promotions to the top tier of Ecuadorian football and competitive performances in domestic cup competitions. The club's commitment to excellence, teamwork, and community engagement makes it a beloved institution in Ecuadorian sports, embodying the spirit and resilience of its coastal origins. As they continue to strive for greatness, Manta FC remains a symbol of pride for its supporters and a key player in the landscape of Ecuadorian football.