Dukla Banska Bystrica is a Slovakian soccer club with a rich history and notable achievements. The club was founded in 1949 and has since become one of the most successful teams in Slovak football. Dukla Banska Bystrica has won the Slovak First League three times, in 1970, 1971, and 1972, showcasing their dominance during that era. The club's home venue is the SNP Stadium, located in Banska Bystrica. Dukla Banska Bystrica is often referred to as "Dukla" for short, a name derived from the Czechoslovak People's Army sports club, which the team was originally affiliated with. This connection highlights the club's historical ties to the military.