Club Comunicaciones
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Club Comunicaciones is an Argentine sports club based in the Agronomía district of Buenos Aires. The football team currently plays in Primera B Metropolitana, the regionalised third division of the Argentine football league system.
Other sports and activities hosted by Comunicaciones are artistic gymnastics, baseball, boxing, field hockey, futsal, handball, roller hockey, martial arts, tennis, and volleyball.
History
The club was founded for a group of employees of the Argentine Post office company. The name chosen was Club Atlético Correos y Telégrafos, referring to the name of the State mail company they worked for. In 1953 the club changed to its current name.
At a sporting level, Comunicaciones offers a large variety of activities, such as gymnasiums, basketball courts, roller hockey, handball, tennis courts, extra football pitches and the main stadium. The club also is famous for having hosted the carnival celebrations during the 1950s and 1960s.
The colors that identify the club (yellow and black) were adopted because of those were the distinctive colors used by mail companies worldwide. The football squad has never played in the top category in Argentina.
Financial problems
By 2011 the club has a debt of $ 6,700 million and had been declared in bankruptcy. Many afferent showed their interest in buying Comunicaciones: the Government of the City of Buenos Aires was one of them.
The team plays its home matches at the Estadio Alfredo Terrera, a venue that can accommodate thousands of enthusiastic supporters. Over the years, Club Comunicaciones has competed in various divisions of Argentine football, showcasing a commitment to developing local talent and fostering a strong community spirit.
While the club has experienced ups and downs in its competitive journey, it remains a beloved institution in Argentine soccer, known for its resilience and dedication to the sport. With a focus on teamwork and sportsmanship, Club Comunicaciones continues to strive for success on the field, aiming to return to the top tiers of Argentine football and make its mark in the national landscape.