Karlsruher SC, officially known as Karlsruher Sport-Club Mühlburg-Phönix, is a professional football club based in Karlsruhe, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. Founded in 1894, the club has a long history in German football and is deeply connected to the sporting identity of the Baden region. Its present identity emerged in 1952 through the merger of Karlsruher FC Phönix and VfB Mühlburg. The club is traditionally associated with blue and white colours and is commonly referred to as KSC. \n\nKarlsruher SC competes in German professional football and has a history that includes appearances in the Bundesliga and the 2. Bundesliga. One of its most memorable periods came during the 1990s, when the club competed in the Bundesliga and achieved notable success in European competition. In the 1993–94 UEFA Cup, KSC reached the semi-finals after a famous victory over Valencia in the quarter-finals. This achievement remains an important part of the club's sporting history. \n\nThe club plays its home matches at the BBBank Wildpark, located in Karlsruhe. The stadium is an important gathering place for supporters and the wider football community in the region. KSC operates a professional men's team, women's football activities and youth development programmes. Its performance centre and academy structure focus on identifying and developing young talent, providing players with coaching, training and opportunities to progress towards senior football. \n\nBeyond competitive football, Karlsruher SC emphasises regional identity, community involvement and supporter engagement. The club's guiding identity, expressed through the phrase “Meine Heimat” (My Home), reflects its close relationship with Karlsruhe and the surrounding region. Through its sporting operations, youth development, partnerships and community initiatives, the club contributes to football participation and social engagement in Baden-Württemberg. With a history spanning more than 130 years, Karlsruher SC remains an established name in German football, recognised for its tradition, loyal supporters and contribution to the development of the sport in the region.