NK Varteks Varaždin is a Croatian football club with a storied history, currently competing in the Croatian Football League, the nation's top division. The club plays at the Stadion Varteks, a venue synonymous with the team's identity. Founded in 1931, the team is famously associated with the textile company Varteks and wears blue and white stripes. The club's history is marked by its successful period in the late 1990s and early 2000s, when, as NK Varteks, it regularly finished in the top half of the Prva HNL, won the Croatian Cup in 1998, and competed in European competitions. This era, featuring stars like Tomislav Erceg, remains the club's peak. After financial difficulties and a rebirth, the modern Varaždin is re-establishing itself in the top flight with a young, energetic squad. The fan base is famously passionate, creating a vibrant atmosphere. NK Varteks Varaždin is a phoenix of Croatian football, working tirelessly to reclaim its place among the country's elite.