Estádio Caio Martins, Estádio em Niterói, Brasil
Estádio Caio Martins is a sports stadium located in the Icaraí neighborhood of Niterói with seating capacity for around 12,000 people and straightforward concrete structures. The facility includes stands, training fields, and sports courts that once hosted regular athletic activities and community events.
The stadium opened in 1941 as an initiative to bring state championship matches to Niterói. For decades it served as home to Botafogo and other local teams until they relocated to larger venues in the early 2000s, gradually diminishing its role in Rio's football scene.
The stadium carries the name of a local sports figure and serves as a gathering place where residents of Icaraí connect with their community's athletic past. Many people recall personal memories of matches and events they attended or participated in over the decades.
The stadium is located in the Icaraí neighborhood and is reachable by local streets. Be aware that large sections of the grounds are currently restricted due to safety concerns and are not open to public access.
The stadium was renamed in 2000 to honor a local sports figure, sparking debate among fans because the person was historically associated with a rival team. Despite this controversy, the site remains a symbol of Niterói's sports heritage.
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