About Stjarnan

Stjarnan is an Icelandic sports club based in Garðabær, founded in 1960, with its men’s football section competing in the top tier of Icelandic football. The team plays its home matches at Samsung völlurinn and is known for its blue and white colours. The club is part of a larger multi-sport organisation that also includes basketball, handball, volleyball, and gymnastics.

Stjarnan gradually rose through the Icelandic football system and established itself in the top division in the late 2000s. Its breakthrough came in 2014 when the club won its first Icelandic league championship after an unbeaten season, equalling the points record in the process. This success marked the beginning of its status as one of the strongest teams in the country.

The club has also gained attention in European competitions, reaching qualifying rounds of UEFA tournaments and achieving notable victories against stronger opposition. In addition to its sporting success, Stjarnan became internationally famous for its creative and humorous goal celebrations, which spread widely online. Today, it remains a competitive and well-known club in Icelandic football.