HNK Rijeka is a prominent Croatian football club based in the coastal city of Rijeka, competing in the Croatian Football League (HNL). The team plays at the Stadion Rujevica, with plans for a new stadium underway. The club, known for its white-and-blue striped kits, has a rich history, winning several Yugoslav Cups in the past. In the modern Croatian era, Rijeka emerged as a major force, breaking the duopoly of Dinamo Zagreb and Hajduk Split to win the HNL title in 2017. They have also secured multiple Croatian Cups. Known as "Riječki bijeli" (The Rijeka Whites), they are famous for their passionate supporters, the "Armada Rijeka," and a direct, energetic style of play. Rijeka remains a consistent challenger for European places and domestic cups.