HK Kopavogur
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- Iceland 1 Deild 128 Iceland Premier League 110 Iceland League Cup 49 Iceland Cup 27 Iceland Pre-Season Cup 18
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Wikipedia - Handknattleiksfélag Kópavogs
Handknattleiksfélag Kópavogs ("Kópavogur Handball Club"), commonly abbreviated to HK, is an Icelandic sports club from the town of Kópavogur, There are six divisions within the club and they are: handball, football (soccer), volleyball, dance, table tennis and bandy.
History
The club dates back to 1969, but was officially established on 26 January 1970. They were originally only a handball team, with the football team established in 1992. They bounced around in lower divisions until, in the summer of 2007 they first played in the Icelandic top division, the Úrvalsdeild. The club were relegated in their second season to the second tier and were again relegated to the third tier in 2011. They are, however, back in the top tier, and placed 9th out of 12 in the 2019 Úrvalsdeild.
The team plays their home matches at the Kopavogsvollur stadium, which has a seating capacity of 3,000 spectators. The team's colors are blue and white, and their mascot is a Viking warrior, reflecting the team's strong and fearless playing style.
HK Kopavogur is known for their skilled and talented players, as well as their passionate and dedicated fan base. The team has a reputation for playing attractive and attacking football, and they are always a tough opponent for any team in the Icelandic league.
Overall, HK Kopavogur is a respected and successful soccer team in Iceland, with a proud history and a bright future ahead.