Stockport County is a professional football club based in Stockport, Greater Manchester, currently playing in EFL League One, the third tier of English football. The club's home is the modern Edgeley Park stadium. Founded in 1883 as Heaton Norris Rovers, the club is one of the oldest in the country and wears blue and white. Stockport County has a rich history, with memorable eras including a lengthy spell in the old Second Division and a famous run to the 1997 League Cup semi-finals. After a dramatic fall down the leagues and near-extinction, the club's fortunes were revived under new ownership, culminating in a spectacular rise from the National League to League One via consecutive promotions. The current squad, known for its energetic and attacking style under manager Dave Challinor, has taken League One by storm. With a large and vocal fanbase creating an intimidating atmosphere at Edgeley Park, Stockport County is a club firmly on the rise, with ambitions of reaching the Championship.