About Hammarby IF

Hammarby Fotboll is a Swedish professional football club based in Stockholm, founded in 1915 as part of the multi-sport club Hammarby IF. The club originally comes from the Södermalm district, which is still considered its traditional heartland, even though its modern home ground is the 3Arena in Johanneshov. Hammarby plays in Sweden’s top division, Allsvenskan, and is widely known for its strong supporter culture and large fan base, often regarded as one of the most passionate in the Nordic region.

The club has had a fluctuating sporting history, with periods of promotion and relegation between divisions throughout the 20th century. Hammarby’s greatest domestic achievement came in 2001 when they won their first and only Swedish championship title. They have also won the Superettan (second tier) and have been regular contenders in domestic cup competitions, including winning the Svenska Cupen for the first time in the 2020–21 season. Despite inconsistent results over time, the club has established itself as a stable Allsvenskan side in modern football.

In recent years, Hammarby has been competitive in Swedish football, frequently finishing near the top of Allsvenskan and reaching cup finals. The club is also notable for its modern ownership structure, which includes a mix of supporters and external investors, and for maintaining one of the highest average attendances in Sweden. Alongside its men’s team, Hammarby also has a successful women’s team and active youth development system, making it one of the largest football organizations in Europe by number of registered players.