Barcelona SC and Manta FC are two Ecuadorian football clubs with a history of competition in the country's top leagues. Barcelona SC, based in Guayaquil, is one of Ecuador's most popular and successful clubs, boasting numerous national championships and a strong international presence. Manta FC, representing the coastal city of Manta, has typically been a more modest club, often fluctuating between the Serie A and Serie B divisions. Matches between these two teams are often characterized by a David-versus-Goliath dynamic, with Barcelona SC usually favored but Manta FC always looking to upset the established order.
