Bristol Rovers is a professional football club competing in English Football League Two, the fourth tier of the English football pyramid. Based in Bristol, the club shares the city with rivals Bristol City and plays its home matches at the Memorial Stadium in Horfield. Founded in 1883, the team is nicknamed the Pirates and wears blue and white quarters. The club's history includes memorable eras, such as the successful period under manager Gerry Francis in the early 1990s and a dramatic final-day promotion in 2022 sealed with a 7-0 victory. Bristol Rovers is known for its passionate and sometimes nomadic fan base, having spent years away from Bristol while seeking a new stadium. The modern era, under manager Joey Barton, has been focused on building a squad capable of achieving back-to-back promotions and returning to the higher reaches of League One. The Gasheads are renowned for their vocal support, making the Mem a formidable venue for any opponent.