Defence Force FC
- Leagues Played
- Trinidad & Tobago Premier League 147 Trinidad & Tobago League Cup 20 Trinidad & Tobago Ascension Tournament 12 CONCACAF Caribbean Cup 10 CAF Confederations Cup 2 CFU Caribbean Cup 2 Trinidad & Tobago Premier League 2 2 Trinidad & Tobago FA Trophy 1 Caribbean Club Shield 1
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Wikipedia - Defence Force F.C.
Defence Force Football Club is a football club based in Chaguaramas, Trinidad and Tobago that currently plays in the country's TT Premier Football League. The team plays its home games in Hasely Crawford Stadium in Mucurapo, Trinidad.
History
Founded in 1974, Defence Force F.C. is the nation's most successful football club, winning 20 national championships. They won 15 titles in twenty-two seasons in the National League from 1974 to 1995, two titles in the Semi-Professional League between 1996 and 1998, and three championships since the Trinidad and Tobago league became professional in 1999 with the Pro League. They are also the only team from Trinidad and Tobago to have ever won the CONCACAF Champions' Cup, having won titles in 1978 and 1985. In 1985, Defense Force achieved the treble, winning the National League, FA Trophy, and CONCACAF Champions' Cup. They are one of only three teams in the CONCACAF Federation to have achieved this feat, along with Cruz Azul and Monterrey and the only CONCACAF club outside of Mexico. Also, this was the last time a Caribbean club won the Champions Cup.
Since the club is composed of Trinidad and Tobago's protective forces, they are named Defence Force F.C. Usually included are officers, soldiers, and sailors from the Trinidad and Tobago Army and Coast Guard.
The club competes in the TT Pro League, the top tier of Trinidad and Tobago football, and has garnered a reputation for its competitive spirit and commitment to excellence. Defence Force FC has achieved significant success over the years, securing multiple league titles and cup victories, which have solidified its status as one of the premier teams in the nation.
The team's colors, typically a combination of green and gold, reflect its military heritage, while its emblem features elements that pay homage to the Defence Force. The club is known for developing local talent, often integrating young players from the community into its ranks, fostering a strong sense of camaraderie and pride.
Defence Force FC plays its home matches at the Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain, where passionate fans gather to support their team. The club's commitment to community engagement and youth development, alongside its competitive achievements, makes Defence Force FC a cornerstone of Trinidad and Tobago's football landscape.