Hannover 96 is a professional football club from Hanover, Germany, competing in the 2. Bundesliga and playing its home matches at the HDI-Arena. The club, officially Hannoverscher Sportverein von 1896, was founded in 1896 and is one of Germany's oldest. Its colors are red and black, and it is currently led by head coach Stefan Leitl. The club's name reflects its founding year, and it has a long, storied history in German football, originally formed as a rugby club before football became its primary focus. Hannover 96's peak era came in the post-war period, most notably with its stunning DFB-Pokal victory in 1992 and a memorable run to the UEFA Cup quarter-finals. The modern era has been defined by yo-yoing between the Bundesliga and the second division, with the club currently striving for a return to the top flight behind a core featuring players like Cedric Teuchert and Derrick Köhn. The club boasts a large and loyal fan base, known for creating a vibrant atmosphere at the HDI-Arena, with the mascot "Harry the Red" being a popular figure. Hannover 96 remains a historic club with a passionate following, constantly aiming to recapture its past glories.