IK Oddevold facts for kids
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| Full name | Idrottsklubben Oddevold | ||
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| Founded | 1932 | ||
| Ground | Rimnersvallen, Uddevalla |
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| Capacity | 4,000 | ||
| Chairman | Bengt Bäckman | ||
| Head Coach | Rikard Nilsson | ||
| League | Superettan | ||
| 2024 | 12th | ||
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IK Oddevold is a Swedish football club from Uddevalla. The name "Oddevold" is actually an older way to say Uddevalla. Long ago, Uddevalla was part of Norway. Its name comes from the original Norwegian word "Oddevald."
The club was started on July 3, 1932. Today, IK Oddevold plays in Superettan, which is Sweden's second-highest football league. They play most of their home games at a stadium called Rimnersvallen. They also have a new training place called Thordéngården, where they play friendly matches.
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A Look at Oddevold's Journey in Football
IK Oddevold has moved up and down through different football leagues in Sweden. This shows how exciting and challenging football can be!
Climbing the Ranks
In 1995, the team won their league, Division 1 Södra. This big win meant they were promoted to the top league in Sweden, called Allsvenskan. It was a huge achievement for the club!
Time in the Top League
IK Oddevold played in Allsvenskan in 1996. This is the highest level of football in Sweden. Even though they were relegated that year, playing at the top level was a memorable experience.
Moving Through Divisions
After their time in Allsvenskan, the club played in different divisions. They spent many seasons in Division 1 (Tier 2 and Tier 3) and Division 2 (Tier 3 and Tier 4). They even played in Division 3 (Tier 4) for a few years.
Recent Successes
IK Oddevold has worked hard to climb back up. They won Division 2 Västra Götaland in 2008 and 2010. More recently, they won Division 1 Södra again in 2023. This victory helped them get promoted back to Superettan for the 2024 season.
How Many Fans Come to Games?
The number of fans who come to watch IK Oddevold play has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at how many people attended their games on average in some seasons:
| Season | Average Attendance | Division / Section | Level |
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| 2007 | 267 | Div 2 Västra Götaland | Tier 4 |
| 2008 | 467 | Div 2 Västra Götaland | Tier 4 |
| 2009 | 478 | Div 1 Södra | Tier 3 |
| 2010 | 691 | Div 2 Västra Götaland | Tier 4 |
| 2011 | 618 | Div 1 Södra | Tier 3 |
| 2012 | 884 | Div 1 Södra | Tier 3 |
| 2013 | 690 | Div 1 Södra | Tier 3 |
The highest number of fans ever to watch an IK Oddevold league game was 10,605. This happened on May 2, 1996, when they played against IFK Göteborg.
Meet the Players
Current Squad
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Players on Loan
Sometimes players play for another team for a while to get more experience. Here are some players from IK Oddevold who are currently playing for other clubs:
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Who Runs the Club?
Club Leaders
These people help manage the club and make important decisions:
| Position | Name |
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| Chairman |  Stefan Mattsson |
| Secretary | Leif Lindvärn |
Coaching Staff
These are the people who train the players and help them get better:
| Position | Name |
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| Director of sports | Bjarne Svensson |
| Manager, Head Coach First Team | Janne Carlsson |
| Assistant coach First Team | Hans Prytz |
| Goalkeeping coach | Mattias Gustavvson |
| Equipment Manager/Team Manager | Ronny Albinsson |
Club Achievements
IK Oddevold has won several titles and reached high positions in different leagues:
League Wins
- Division 1 Södra:
- Winners (2): 1995, 2023
- Runner-up (1): 2013
- Division 2 Västra Götaland:
- Winners (2): 2008, 2010
- Division 3 Nordvästra Götaland:
- Winners (1): 2003
- Runner-up (2): 2000, 2001
Amazing Club Records
Here are some of the most impressive records in IK Oddevold's history:
- Biggest league victory: 14–0 against Groheds IF in Division 6, on May 20, 1951. That's a lot of goals!
- Biggest league defeat: 0–6 against IFK Malmö in Division 2, on June 3, 1963.
- Highest league placement: 14th in Allsvenskan, in 1996. This is the top league in Sweden.
- Highest attendance: 10,605 fans watched them play against IFK Göteborg on May 2, 1996.
- Most league appearances:
Jan Kristiansson played 252 league games for the club between 1975 and 1987. - Most league goals: Tommy Reinhardt scored 143 league goals from 1967–1970 and 1976–1982.
See also
In Spanish: IK Oddevold para niños
