PSMS Medan is a historic Indonesian football club based in Medan, North Sumatra, currently competing in Liga 2, the country's second division. The club plays its home matches at the Teladan Stadium, an iconic venue in Sumatran football. Founded in 1950, the club's name stands for Persatuan Sepakbola Medan dan Sekitarnya (Football Association of Medan and Surroundings), and its colors are red and white. The name signifies its role as a unifying force for football in the region. The club's glorious early years included success in the early editions of the Indonesian league and it is remembered as one of the nation's classic teams. Its peak era was in the 1990s, when PSMS Medan was a dominant force, winning the Liga Indonesia Premier Division title in the 1994-95 season and producing legendary local players. The modern era has seen the club fluctuate between Liga 1 and Liga 2, with recent seasons focused on achieving promotion back to the top flight with a squad blending youth and experience. The team culture is defined by an incredibly passionate and massive fan base known as "Pasukan 12," whose support is relentless. PSMS Medan remains a giant of Indonesian football with a rich history and a burning desire to reclaim its place among the elite.