Persela Lamongan is an Indonesian professional football club from Lamongan, East Java, currently playing in Liga 2, the second division. The club's name is an acronym for "Persatuan Sepakbola Lamongan" (Lamongan Football Association). Persela is famously known as "Laskar Joko Tingkir" (Joko Tingkir's Warriors) and has a massive, passionate supporter group called "Laskar Panser Biru." They play their home matches at the Surajaya Stadium, which is renowned for its intimidating and lively atmosphere. Persela has spent many seasons in Liga 1, often being a tough opponent for any team visiting Lamongan. Their relegation to Liga 2 has set the objective of an immediate return to the top flight. The club's identity is deeply rooted in Javanese culture and local pride, making it one of the most distinct and supported clubs in Indonesia.