Standard Liege is a historic and prestigious football club based in the city of Liège, Belgium, competing in the top-flight Belgian Pro League. The club's full name is Royal Standard de Liège, and they play their home matches at the iconic Stade Maurice Dufrasne. Founded in 1898, the club's traditional colors are red and white, and they are one of the most successful and well-supported teams in Belgian football history. The name "Standard" was chosen by the founders to signify the high standard of play they aspired to achieve. The club enjoyed its golden era in the post-war period, particularly in the late 1950s and early 1960s, winning multiple league titles and establishing a fierce rivalry with Anderlecht. The team has been home to Belgian legends like Roger Claessen and Wilfried Van Moer. In the modern era, Standard Liege remains a formidable force, consistently challenging for European qualification, with a passionate fan base known for creating an electric atmosphere at the Stade Maurice Dufrasne. While the last league title came in 2009, the club continues to be a cornerstone of Belgian football, renowned for its attacking philosophy and development of young talent.