HNK Orijent 1919 is a historic Croatian football club from the city of Rijeka, currently playing in the Croatian First Football League (HNL). The team plays at the Stadion Krimeja. Founded in 1919, the club's colors are red and white. Orijent is one of the oldest clubs in the region, with a rich history primarily in the lower leagues, earning the nickname "The Sailors." The club's golden era has been its recent rise, achieving promotion to the top-flight HNL for the first time in its long history, a monumental achievement. The modern team, now competing among Croatia's elite, is built on a strong collective ethos and defensive solidity, aiming to establish itself in the first division. The fan base, deeply loyal from years in the lower leagues, now enjoys top-tier football. Orijent's story is one of historic patience rewarded with a dream realized.