Ehime FC represents Ehime Prefecture with pride and perseverance in the J2 League. Based in Matsuyama, the club plays its home games at the Ningineer Stadium, a compact and lively ground. Founded in 1970, the team's orange and blue colors reflect the region's famous citrus fruits and the Seto Inland Sea. Ehime's history has been defined by a long struggle to reach the second division, finally achieving J2 promotion in 2006. Since then, they have established themselves as a mainstay of the league, often battling in the mid-to-lower reaches of the table with a reputation for being a tough, organized, and hard-to-beat opponent. The current era continues this trend, with the team relying on a solid defensive structure and opportunistic attacking play. While not among the biggest spenders, Ehime FC enjoys fervent local support, with fans appreciating the team's hard-working ethos and deep connection to the prefecture. The club remains a symbol of regional pride, consistently punching above its weight in a challenging league.