Dover Athletic Football Club is a professional football team based in Dover, England. Founded in 1983, the club plays its home matches at the Crabble Athletic Ground, which has a capacity of around 6,000 spectators. Dover Athletic competes in the National League, the fifth tier of English football, and has a history of fluctuating between different levels of the football pyramid. The club's colors are predominantly white and black, and they are nicknamed the "Whites." Dover Athletic has a dedicated fan base and has experienced various successes, including reaching the FA Cup third round in 2017. The club aims to develop local talent and promote community involvement in football.