ŠK Slovan Bratislava is the most successful and historic football club in Slovakia, competing in the top-flight Slovak Nike liga. The club is based in the capital, Bratislava, and plays at the Tehelné pole stadium. Founded in 1919, the team is known as "Belasí" (The Sky Blues) and has a rich tradition. Owned by Ivan Kmotrík, the club has seen a major resurgence in recent years. Slovan's peak era includes dominance in the Czechoslovak league, winning multiple titles, and their famous European Cup Winners' Cup victory in 1969. In the modern Slovak era, they have been the dominant force, winning numerous league titles and domestic cups. The current squad is built to dominate domestically and make an impact in European qualifiers. The fan base is large and passionate, with fierce rivalries defining the Slovak football landscape. Slovan Bratislava is the standard-bearer for Slovak club football.