Stamford Association Football Club, commonly known as Stamford, is an English semi-professional team based in the town of Stamford, Lincolnshire. They currently compete in the Southern League Central Division, which sits at the seventh tier of the English football system. The Daniels, as they are nicknamed, play their home matches at the Zeeco Stadium. Founded in 1896, the club has a long and storied non-league history. While primarily operating in the Midland League and Southern League circuits, the club has had periods of significant success, including league championships and runs in national cup competitions. The modern era sees Stamford as a well-established Southern League club, consistently aiming to finish in the upper reaches of the table and challenge for promotion. The club is a central part of the local community in Stamford, with a dedicated group of supporters who follow the team home and away.