About IL Hødd

IL Hødd is a Norwegian sports club from Ulsteinvik in Møre og Romsdal county. It was founded in 1919 and is part of a multi-sport organization that includes handball and gymnastics, but it is best known for its football section. The club plays its home matches at Høddvoll Stadion and is recognized for its blue and white colours. IL Hødd has long been an important representative of its small coastal community and is known for strong local identity and resilience.

The club has experienced a “yo-yo” history in Norwegian football, spending many seasons in the second tier and moving between divisions over time. It has played in the top division in several periods, including the 1960s, early 1970s, and again in 1995. Despite not being a permanent top-flight team, Hødd has built a reputation as one of the most consistent clubs at the second level of Norwegian football.

The biggest moment in the club’s history came in 2012, when IL Hødd won the Norwegian Football Cup, defeating top-tier opposition on the way to the title. This achievement is considered one of the greatest cup surprises in Norwegian football history. In modern times, the club continues to compete in the lower professional divisions, focusing on local talent development and maintaining its strong community support in Ulsteinvik.