Steaua Bucharest is a professional football club based in Bucharest, Romania. Founded in 1947, the club is one of the most successful in Romanian football history, having won numerous national championships and domestic cups. Steaua is known for its passionate fan base and plays its home matches at the National Arena. The team has also made a mark in European competitions, notably winning the European Cup in 1986, becoming the first Romanian club to achieve this feat. Steaua Bucharest has a rich tradition and continues to be a prominent force in both Romanian and European football.