H.N.K. Hajduk Split facts for kids
| Full name | Hrvatski nogometni klub Hajduk Split | ||
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| Founded | 1911 | ||
| Ground | Stadion Poljud | ||
| Capacity | 35,000 | ||
| Chairman | Marin Brbić | ||
| Manager | Igor Tudor | ||
| League | Prva HNL | ||
| 2012/13 | Prva HNL, 4th | ||
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H.N.K. Hajduk Split is a famous football club from Croatia. It is one of the oldest and most successful football clubs in the country. The club was founded way back in 1911, which means it has a long and interesting history.
Hajduk Split plays its home games at Stadion Poljud. This stadium is a big and exciting place where many fans come to cheer for their team. It can hold about 35,000 people, making it a very impressive venue for football matches.
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Club History and Founding
Hajduk Split was started in 1911 by a group of students in a pub in Prague. They were from Split, a city in Croatia. They loved football and wanted to bring the sport to their hometown. The name "Hajduk" comes from a word for brave outlaws who fought for freedom. This name shows the club's strong spirit and connection to its region.
Winning League Titles
Hajduk Split has won many important football competitions. A "league title" means a team finished first in their league for a whole season. This is a big achievement in football.
Yugoslav First League Victories
Before Croatia became an independent country, Hajduk Split played in the Yugoslav First League. They were very successful in this league, winning it nine times!
- 1927
- 1929
- 1950
- 1952
- 1954/55
- 1970/71
- 1973/74
- 1974/75
- 1978/79
Croatian League Success
After Croatia became independent, Hajduk Split joined the Prva HNL, which is the top football league in Croatia. They continued their winning ways, becoming champions six times in this league.
- 1992
- 1993/94
- 1994/95
- 2000/01
- 2003/04
- 2004/05
Playing in the League
Hajduk Split has always been a strong team in the Prva HNL. They often finish near the top of the league table. For example, in the 2012/13 season, they finished in 4th place. Over the years, they have consistently been one of the best teams in Croatian football.
