Umeå FC facts for kids
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| Full name | Umeå Fotbollclub | ||
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| Founded | 20 November 1987 | ||
| Ground | Umeå Energi Arena, Umeå | ||
| Capacity | 10,000 | ||
| Chairman | Torbjörn Bergmark | ||
| Manager | Magnus Henrysson | ||
| League | Superettan | ||
| 2024 | Ettan Norra, 1st of 16 (promoted) | ||
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Umeå FC is a professional football club from Umeå, Sweden. The club started in 1987. They recently earned promotion and are now playing in the second-highest league in Sweden, called Superettan. The club is part of the Västerbottens Fotbollförbund, which is a local football association.
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Club History and League Journey
Umeå FC has had an exciting journey through different football leagues in Sweden. They have moved between the top three levels of Swedish football. This section looks at how they have performed each season.
Climbing the Ranks
The club started in lower divisions and worked its way up. In 1995, they won their division, Division 1 Norra. This big win meant they were promoted to the highest league in Sweden, the Allsvenskan.
Time in the Top League
Umeå FC played in the Allsvenskan in 1996. This was a huge achievement for the club. However, after one season, they were relegated back to the second tier.
Moving Between Tiers
After their time in the top league, Umeå FC spent many seasons in the second and third tiers. They were promoted to the Superettan (the second tier) several times. These promotions happened in 2005, 2011, and 2019. Each time, they faced tough competition and sometimes moved back down.
Recent Success
In the 2024 season, Umeå FC played in Ettan Norra, which is the third tier. They had a fantastic season and finished in 1st place! This great performance means they were promoted again. For the 2025 season, they are back in the Superettan, ready for new challenges.
Meet the Players
Umeå FC has a team of talented players from Sweden and other countries. Here are some of the players who are currently part of the squad.
Current Team Members
- Goalkeepers: Pontus Eriksson, Alex Hellgren Villegas, Linus Remahl, Melker Uppenberg (on loan from Elfsborg)
- Defenders: Rasmus Andersson, Ludvig Öhman, Jakob Hedenquist, Tobias Westin, Alfredo Martiatu Nordeman, Tim Olsson, Hassan Abdi Hassan, Daniel Persson
- Midfielders: Hugo Bergström, Stefan Lindmark, Lukas Vikgren, Joel Hedström, Maximilian Dejene, Emmanuel Yeboah, Elias Cederblad, Djoseph Bangala, Rinwar Othman, Tintin Lindgren, Linus Marklund Panboon, David Ekman, Felix Rhodin, Jörgen Voilås
- Forwards: Mikael Harbosen Haga, Eythor Bjørgolfsson, Hugo Lundqvist
Players on Loan
Some players from Umeå FC are currently playing for other teams to gain more experience.
- Isak Johansson (at Skellefteå FF)
- Hannes Mattsson (at Skellefteå FF)
- Jerry Essombé Mambingo (at Assyriska FF)
Famous Players from the Past
Many great players have played for Umeå FC over the years. Some of them have gone on to play for bigger clubs or their national teams. Here are a few notable names:
- Alexis Bbakka (Uganda)
- Gbenga Arokoyo (Nigeria)
- Adam Chennoufi (Sweden)
- Soya Takahashi (Japan)
- Jesper Blomqvist (Sweden)
- Mikael Lustig (Sweden)
- Steve Galloway (England)
Fan Support and Stadium
The support from fans is very important for any football club. Umeå FC plays its home games at Umeå Energi Arena in Umeå. This stadium can hold up to 10,000 people.
Average Attendance Over the Years
The number of fans who come to watch Umeå FC play has changed over the seasons. When the team plays in higher divisions, more people usually come to the games. For example, in 2012, when they were in the Superettan, the average attendance was over 2,000 fans per game.
Club AchievementsUmeå FC has achieved some important victories in its history. These wins show their strength and determination in Swedish football.
See also
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