Häcken
BK Häcken FF is a women's football club based in Gothenburg, Sweden, founded in 1970 as Landvetters IF. The club plays at Bravida Arena and competes in the Damallsvenskan, Sweden's top women's football league. Originally known as Kopparbergs/Göteborg FC from 2004 to 2020, the club became a subsidiary of the men's club BK Häcken in 2021. Their most notable achievement came in 2020 when they won their first Damallsvenskan title, along with multiple Swedish Cup victories in 2011, 2012, and 2019.
History
Overview
General information about the club
BK Häcken FF operates as the women's section of the men's club BK Häcken, though it functions as a separate legal entity. The club plays their home matches at Bravida Arena in Gothenburg and competes in Sweden's premier women's football division. The team's traditional colors are yellow and black, maintaining the same color scheme as their male counterparts.
Most recent season and achievements
The club achieved their greatest success in 2020 by winning their first Damallsvenskan title. This historic achievement marked the culmination of decades of development since the club's founding. The victory represented a significant milestone in the club's evolution from a local team to a top-tier competitor in Swedish women's football.
History
Early years
The club was established in 1970 as Landvetters IF in Landvetter, a town situated near Gothenburg. During these formative years, the club developed its foundation and began building its presence in Swedish women's football. The early period was characterized by steady growth and establishment within the local football community.
Successful period
In 2004, the club relocated to Gothenburg city and adopted the name Kopparbergs/Göteborg FC to reflect this significant change. The club experienced notable coaching stability under Bo Falk, who served as head coach from 1999 until 2004. Martin Pringle then took over coaching duties from 2005 to 2007, followed by Torbjörn Nilsson for the 2008 season.
A breakthrough came in the 2010 Damallsvenskan season when the club finished as runners-up, earning qualification for the 2011–12 UEFA Women's Champions League for the first time. The club then enjoyed cup success, winning the Swedish Cup in 2011 on a penalty shootout victory over Tyresö, and successfully defending the trophy in 2012 by defeating the same opponents in the final.
Crisis and recovery
The club faced a significant crisis in late 2020 when, on 29 December, the board announced its intention to cease operating the first team in the Damallsvenskan. However, this decision was reversed just two days later, allowing the club to continue competing in 2021. This period represented a critical juncture that could have ended the club's top-level participation.
Current period
On 28 January 2021, the club underwent a major transformation by becoming the women's department of BK Häcken, a men's football club also based in Gothenburg that competes in Sweden's top tier. This merger provided stability and resources while maintaining the club's competitive status in the Damallsvenskan.
Achievements and Honors
Domestic competitions
The club has achieved notable success in Swedish domestic competitions. Their crowning achievement came with the Damallsvenskan title in 2020, marking their first league championship. In cup competitions, they have been particularly successful in the Svenska Cupen, winning the tournament three times in 2011, 2012, and 2019. Additionally, they captured the Svenska Supercupen in 2013, adding to their domestic trophy collection.
Continental and global competitions
The club made their debut in continental competition during the 2011–12 UEFA Women's Champions League, having qualified by finishing as runners-up in the 2010 Damallsvenskan season. This marked their first participation in European competition, representing an important milestone in the club's development and recognition at the international level.
Symbols and Colors
Traditional home and away kits colors
The club's traditional colors are yellow and black, which align with the color scheme of the parent organization BK Häcken. These colors have become synonymous with the club's identity and are prominently displayed in their home kit design.
Club Traditions and Behind the Scenes
Stadium
BK Häcken FF plays their home matches at Bravida Arena in Gothenburg. This venue serves as the home ground for both the women's and men's teams of the BK Häcken organization, providing a shared facility that supports the club's operations and fan experience.