About SC Gjilani

SC Gjilani is a professional football club based in Gjilan, Kosovo. Founded in 1995, the club competes in the Kosovo Superleague, the top division of football in the country. It plays its home matches at the Gjilan City Stadium and is one of the two major clubs from the city, forming part of one of Kosovo’s most intense football rivalries with FC Drita.

The club was established in difficult post-conflict conditions and is considered the successor of earlier football traditions in the city dating back to the mid-20th century. Despite its relatively recent formal foundation, Gjilani quickly established itself in Kosovo football. Within five years of its creation, the club achieved significant success, including winning the Kosovar Cup and earning promotion to the top division, where it has remained a regular competitor.

In modern times, SC Gjilani has become a stable and competitive team in Kosovo’s top flight, often challenging for European qualification places. The club is also known for its passionate supporters group, “Skifterat,” and for its strong derby atmosphere against FC Drita, which is one of the most popular football fixtures in the country. Over time, Gjilani has built a reputation as a resilient club with a strong local identity and consistent presence in elite Kosovar football.