H.N.K. Rijeka facts for kids
| Full name | Hrvatski Nogometni Klub Rijeka |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1946 |
| Ground | Kantrida Stadium, Rijeka, Croatia |
| Capacity | 10,500 |
| Chairman | Damir Mišković |
| Manager | Matjaž Kek |
| League | Prva HNL |
| 2011/12 | Prva HNL, 9th |
HNK Rijeka is a professional football club from the city of Rijeka in Croatia. They are a well-known team that plays in Croatia's top football league, the Prva HNL. The club is famous for its exciting matches and passionate fans.
About HNK Rijeka
HNK Rijeka, which stands for Hrvatski Nogometni Klub Rijeka, is a sports team where players train and compete in football games. Like many football clubs, they have a home stadium, a team of players, coaches, and a history of playing matches against other clubs. Their main goal is to win games and championships.
The Club's Name Through the Years
The club was founded in 1946. When it first started, it was known by a different name:
- From 1946 to 1954, the club was called Kvarner.
- Since 1954, the club has been known as HNK Rijeka, which is the name it uses today.
Where They Play
HNK Rijeka plays its home matches at the Kantrida Stadium in Rijeka, Croatia. This stadium can hold about 10,500 fans, who come to cheer on their favorite team during games.
