PFC Spartak Nalchik is a Russian football club from the city of Nalchik, capital of the Kabardino-Balkaria Republic, currently playing in the third-tier Russian Professional Football League (D3B). The club's home ground is the Spartak Stadium. Founded in 1935, the team has traditional red and white colors. Spartak Nalchik's peak era came in the 2000s, culminating in promotion to the Russian Premier League in 2005. They enjoyed several seasons in the top flight, notably finishing 6th in 2010 under the management of Yuri Krasnozhan, which qualified them for the Europa League. That team was known for its disciplined organization and passionate home support. Financial difficulties led to relegation and a decline, but the modern era sees the club rebuilding in the third division, aiming to restore past glories. The fan base in Nalchik remains fiercely loyal, creating a formidable atmosphere. Spartak Nalchik is a club with a proud top-flight history, now on a journey of recovery.