IK Start
- Leagues Played
- Norway Division 1 210 Norway Eliteserien 120 Norway Cup 30 Club Friendly List 21 Norway Division 1 Play-Offs 4 Norway Eliteserien Play-Offs 2
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Fixtures
| Norway Division 1 | 07/26 12:00 | 14 |
IK Start vs
Lillestrom
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| Norway Division 1 | 07/30 16:00 | 15 |
Kongsvinger
vs
IK Start
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| Norway Division 1 | 08/02 14:00 | 16 |
IK Start vs
Mjondalen
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| Norway Division 1 | 08/06 17:00 | 18 |
IK Start vs
Odd BK
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| Norway Division 1 | 08/09 14:00 | 17 |
Hodd
vs
IK Start
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| Norway Division 1 | 08/18 16:00 | 19 |
Lillestrom
vs
IK Start
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Results
| Norway Division 1 | 06/28 14:00 | 13 |
[5] Russell Doane
v
IK Start [2]
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D | 2-2 | |
| Norway Division 1 | 06/21 14:00 | 12 |
[2] IK Start v
Stabaek
[12] 
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W | 5-1 | |
| Norway Division 1 | 06/18 17:00 | 11 |
[6] Ranheim
v
IK Start [2]
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W | 0-1 | |
| Norway Division 1 | 06/15 12:30 | 10 |
[3] IK Start v
Lyn 1896
[15] 
|
D | 1-1 | |
| Norway Division 1 | 05/31 14:00 | 9 |
[10] Moss
v
IK Start [3]
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W | 0-3 | |
| Norway Division 1 | 05/24 14:00 | 8 |
[5] Dnipro
v
IK Start [4]
|
D | 1-1 | |
| Norway Division 1 | 05/16 16:00 | 7 |
[4] IK Start v
Egersunds
[2] 
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W | 2-1 | |
| Norway Division 1 | 05/11 15:00 | 6 |
[8] Raufoss
v
IK Start [5]
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D | 0-0 | |
| Norway Division 1 | 05/03 14:00 | 5 |
[4] IK Start v
Asane
[15] 
|
L | 2-3 | |
| Norway Division 1 | 04/28 17:00 | 4 |
[13] Mjondalen
v
IK Start [5]
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W | 2-3 | |
| Norway Cup | 04/24 16:00 | 8 |
Pors Grenland
v
IK Start
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L | 3-2 | |
| Norway Division 1 | 04/21 15:00 | 3 |
[2] IK Start v
Hodd
[12]
|
L | 1-2 |
Stats
| Total | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches played | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Wins | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Draws | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Losses | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Goals for | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Goals against | 53 | 23 | 30 |
| Clean sheets | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Failed to score | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Wikipedia - IK Start
Idrettsklubben Start (or simply IK Start) is a Norwegian football club from the city of Kristiansand that currently plays in the Norwegian First Division, the second tier of the Norwegian football league system. The club was founded on 19 September 1905. The club's current head coach is Azar Karadas. The team plays in yellow jerseys, black shorts and socks at home, and black jerseys, yellow shorts and socks away.
They play their home matches at Sør Arena, opened in 2007. Before moving to Sør Arena, IK Start played their games at Kristiansand Stadion. The team’s official supporter club, “Tigerberget,” existed until 2017, when the IK Start board decided to discontinue having an official supporter club.
History
Start were Norwegian champions in 1978 and 1980. They participated in the European Cup in 1979 and 1981, as well as being qualified for the UEFA Champions League 2006–07. The years since 1995 have been turbulent, but recent investments have given greater expectations for the future. In 2004 they won the Norwegian 1. divisjon and were promoted to the top flight.
In 2005 they reached second place, following Vålerenga, after a strong comeback season in the Tippeligaen. For this, Start earned a place in the UEFA Cup 2006.
In 2006, after beating Skála of the Faroe Islands in the first qualifying round of the UEFA Cup, and Drogheda United of Ireland in the second qualifying round (after penalties), they reached the first round of the UEFA Cup, where they were knocked out by Ajax of the Netherlands.
2007 was a bad year for Start, with problems working as a team and management issues. It led to a disappointing 13th place, leading to Start's relegation to 1. divisjon. In 2008 the club got financial problems. The local government saved the club from bankruptcy. The financial difficulties has plagued Start for several seasons, due to the financial crisis and the Norwegian footballteams overspending, Start being no exception. The last couple of seasons, Start has downsized and saved money, for example by changing the turf on Sør Arena, the hopes being that the savings will keep the wheels turning in Start.
Ahead of the 2009 season, Knut Tørum was appointed head coach of Start. The next two seasons, Start was positioned at the lower half of Tippeligaen although achieving some strong results, like being the only team to beat Rosenborg in 2009, at Rosenborgs homeground Lerkendal, delaying their gold celebration. On 22 June 2011, Start had 13 points in 12 matches, and Tørum decided to resign hours before a cup-match against Strømsgodset, a match Start won without Tørum. Mons Ivar Mjelde replaced Tørum as head coach, but was not able to save Start from relegation. Start started the 2012 1. divisjon in strong fashion, leading the division and winning important matches and won promotion at the end of the season.
Start defeated Stabæk 4–1 on 4 July 2015. From 12 July 2015 to 18 September 2016, Start played 39 consecutive games without a win in Tippeligaen. This is the longest run without winning a single game across any top division in Europe.
IK Start has a reputation for developing young talent, often integrating homegrown players into their squad. The club's commitment to nurturing local talent has contributed to its identity and success over the years. With a focus on attacking football and an engaging style of play, IK Start aims to entertain its supporters while competing at the highest levels of Norwegian soccer.
The team has experienced various highs and lows throughout its history, including multiple league titles and cup victories. As they continue to build on their legacy, IK Start remains a significant force in Norwegian football, with aspirations to return to the top tier and make a mark in European competitions. The club's loyal fan base, known for their unwavering support, plays a crucial role in creating a vibrant soccer culture in Kristiansand, making every match a memorable experience.