Ascoli Calcio 1898 FC is an Italian football club from Ascoli Piceno, Marche, currently playing in Serie C, the third tier of Italian football. The team's home is the historic Stadio Cino e Lillo Del Duca, an arena that has witnessed both Serie A and Serie B campaigns. Founded over a century ago, the club's colors are black and white, earning them the nickname "Picchio" (The Woodpecker). Ascoli's golden era came in the late 1970s and 1980s with sustained periods in Serie A, where they competed valiantly against the nation's best. That period defined the club's identity as a tough, well-organized opponent. The modern era has seen them oscillate between Serie B and Serie C, with the constant goal of returning to the second division. The current squad blends experienced campaigners with young talent, aiming for a promotion playoff spot. Supported by a passionate and loyal fanbase, Ascoli remains a club with a significant history, striving to climb back up the Italian football ladder.