Accrington Stanley is a professional football club based in Accrington, Lancashire, England. Founded in 1968, the club plays its home matches at the Wham Stadium, which has a capacity of around 5,450 spectators. Accrington Stanley competes in the EFL League One, the third tier of English football, and has a strong local following. The club is known for its rich history and community involvement. Accrington Stanley gained wider recognition in the 1980s due to its famous advertising slogan, "Accrington Stanley, who are they?" This phrase highlighted the club's struggle to maintain its status in English football, but it has since enjoyed a resurgence and stability in recent years.