Hannover 96 is a German football club based in Hannover, Lower Saxony. Founded in 1896, the club has a rich history and has experienced both success and challenges over the years. The team's home venue is the HDI Arena, formerly known as the Niedersachsenstadion. Hannover 96 has had several notable accomplishments, including winning the German championship in 1938 and reaching the final of the DFB-Pokal (German Cup) in 1992. The club's nickname is "Die Roten" (The Reds), which refers to their traditional red home kit. Hannover 96 has a strong fan base and enjoys a fierce rivalry with local club Eintracht Braunschweig, known as the "Niedersachsen-Derby."