FC Lahti is a professional football club from the city of Lahti, Finland, currently competing in the Ykkönen, the country's second division. The club plays its home matches at the iconic Lahden Stadion, known for its ski jump backdrop. Founded in 1996, the team's colors are black and white. The club was formed from the merger of two older clubs, Kuusysi and Reipas, both of which had rich histories, meaning Lahti inherited a strong football tradition. The peak era for FC Lahti came in the late 1990s and early 2000s when they were a consistent force in the Veikkausliiga, winning the Finnish Cup in 2002 and regularly qualifying for European competitions. In recent years, the club has faced challenges, suffering relegation from the top flight but remaining a well-supported club with ambitions of an immediate return. The passionate fan group, "Lahden S**aapas," creates a vibrant atmosphere. FC Lahti is a club with a proud history, now focused on reclaiming its place among Finland's elite.