About Víkingur Reykjavík

Knattspyrnufélagið Víkingur, commonly known as Víkingur Reykjavík, is one of the oldest sports clubs in Iceland, founded in 1908 and based in the Fossvogur area of Reykjavík. Originally established as a football club, it has since developed into a multi-sport organization with several departments, although football remains its most prominent section. The team plays its home matches at Víkingsvöllur and competes in the top tier of Icelandic football.

Víkingur has a long and successful history in Icelandic football, winning multiple national league titles and domestic cups. The club experienced early success in the 1920s and later enjoyed strong periods in the 1980s and early 1990s. In recent years, it has re-emerged as a dominant force, winning league titles in 2021, 2023, and 2025, along with several Icelandic Cup victories, marking one of the most successful eras in its history.

The club is also known for developing talented players who have gone on to represent Iceland internationally and play abroad. With its modern resurgence, strong squad, and stable management, Víkingur continues to be a leading club in Icelandic football and a regular participant in European competitions, reinforcing its status as a major force in the domestic game.