FC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk is a Russian professional football club based in Nizhnekamsk, Tatarstan, currently playing in the Russian First League (FNL), the country's second tier. The club is owned by the petrochemical company Nizhnekamskneftekhim, which is reflected in its name. Founded in 1991, Neftekhimik has spent much of its history oscillating between the FNL and the Russian Premier League. Their home is the Neftekhimik Stadium. The club is known for its fighting spirit and has a reputation for being a difficult opponent, especially at home. While promotion to the top flight has been elusive in recent years, Neftekhimik consistently aims for a playoff spot. The team serves as a key representative of the industrious Tatarstan region in Russian football.