Hannover 96 is a major German football club based in Hanover, currently competing in the 2. Bundesliga. The team plays its home matches at the HDI-Arena. Founded in 1896, the club has a storied history, including two German championship titles in the pre-Bundesliga era and a DFB-Pokal win in 1992. Hannover 96 spent over a decade in the Bundesliga in the 2000s and 2010s, establishing themselves as a solid top-flight side. Their modern era has been marked by a struggle to return to the Bundesliga following relegation, with the club aiming to rebuild under new management. They are known for a passionate and loyal fanbase that fills the HDI-Arena, creating a strong home advantage. Hannover 96 remains a club with significant potential and history, striving to reclaim its place among Germany's elite.