Since 2005

Our history

From newcomer to state champion in two years — and a new era under construction in western Mato Grosso.

Timeline

The journey of the Beast

2005

The club is born

On 5 July, Cáceres gains a club to call its own: Cacerense Esporte Clube.

2006

First trophy

Governor's Cup champions against Vila Aurora — earning a first-ever place in the national Série C.

2007
★ 27/05/2007

State champions

On 27 May, a 2–0 win over Grêmio Jaciara in front of 9,500 fans at the Geraldão. The champions' roar echoed through the night in Cáceres.

Elenco do Cacerense campeão mato-grossense de 2007
2007

Brazilian Série C

The Beast represents Cáceres and Mato Grosso in the national third division.

2022

Back to the top flight

Runners-up in the state second division, earning promotion for 2023.

2026

A new era

Big crowds at the Geraldão, professional management and social commitment mark the club's new cycle.

Identity

The symbols of the Beast

Brasão do Cacerense EC

The crest

A central cross over sky blue, two footballs, the initials E.C. and the founding date: 05/07/2005.

Two stars

One for each major title: the 2006 Governor's Cup and the 2007 state championship.

Nickname

“The Beast of the Border”: Cáceres sits on the Brazil–Bolivia border, on the Paraguay River, gateway to the Pantanal.

Where we play

Geraldão Stadium

The Luiz Geraldo da Silva Municipal Stadium — the Geraldão — has an official capacity of 6,500; 5,000 came to the club's last match of the state championship. The ground is public, run by the Cáceres city council, and Cacerense plays there through a partnership with the municipality, as the city's club.

6,500 seats (official capacity)
Av. Santos Dumont, Cáceres – MT
Partnership with the Cáceres city council
Vista aérea do Estádio Geraldão, casa do Cacerense em Cáceres