Daejeon Citizen was established in 1997 as the 7th professional football team competing in K-League. As the team's name suggests, the main agent of the team is Daejeon citizens' enthusiastic supports. The winning of FA cup in 2001 was the most glorious moment for the club, but after then Daejeon Citizen could have lifted any trophy at their home ground 'Purple Arena.' Past star players include Kwanwu Lee, Eunjung Kim, Eunseong Choi and Changhyeon Koh.