PEC Zwolle is a professional football club competing in the Eredivisie, the top flight of Dutch football. Based in the city of Zwolle, the team plays its home matches at the MAC³PARK Stadion. The club, in its current form, was founded in 1990 after a merger, carrying forward a history from earlier Zwolle clubs. Their traditional blue and white stripes are a familiar sight in Dutch football. The club's history includes periods in the Eerste Divisie, but their greatest achievement came in 2014 when they won the KNVB Cup, defeating Ajax in a memorable final. This era, under manager Ron Jans, defined the modern PEC Zwolle as a plucky and well-organized team capable of upsetting the established order. In recent seasons, the club has often been involved in battles at the middle and lower end of the Eredivisie table, relying on a strong team ethic and shrewd signings. The supporters, known for their loyalty, create a vibrant atmosphere. PEC Zwolle is a respected and integral part of the Dutch football landscape.