In 1928, Excélsior made its first appearance to the final, playing Hércules in Campo Marte.

In the second leg, played at Campo Marte, Hércules edged out in a 3–1 win over.

Excélsior withdrew from the third and deciding match due to complains about the officiating and extreme brutality from Hércules players.

The Salvadoran Sports Commission ignored their appeal, so Excélsior forfeited as Hércules won their third straight national title.

Excélsior's honours include the following: Players with senior international caps