FC Gifu is a club based in Gifu City, competing in the Japanese J3 League. The club's name directly represents its home prefecture. They play their home matches at the Gifu Nagaragawa Stadium, located by the scenic Nagara River. Founded in 2001, the club's colors are green and black. FC Gifu was established with the goal of bringing professional football to the region and achieved J.League associate status in 2007. The club's history in the professional leagues has been challenging, with their peak being a period in J2 from 2008 to 2018, where they often fought bravely against relegation. The modern era finds them in J3 after relegation, tasked with rebuilding and aiming for a sustainable future. The team focuses on developing a cohesive unit and often features players looking to reignite their careers. The club maintains a dedicated local fan base that supports the team through its ups and downs, embodying a true community spirit. FC Gifu continues its journey as a cornerstone of football in the Chubu region.