Heracles Almelo is a professional football club from the Netherlands, playing in the country's top division, the Eredivisie. The club is based in the city of Almelo and plays its home games at the Erve Asito. Founded in 1903, the team wears white and black stripes. Heracles, named after the Greek hero Hercules, has a history of bouncing between the Eredivisie and the second tier. Their most successful period came in the late 1920s when they won two Dutch championships. In more recent times, the club established itself as a solid Eredivisie side, known for its fighting spirit and ability to develop talent. A major achievement was winning the KNVB Cup in 2012, which marked a modern high point. The current squad often features a mix of experienced campaigners and promising youngsters. The club has a loyal and vocal local support, creating an intimidating atmosphere at their compact stadium. Heracles Almelo consistently aims to secure its Eredivisie status while occasionally making a push for European qualification.