Teams
Valur Reykjavik Women
Breidablik Women
Thor KA Akureyri Women
Stjarnan Women
IBV Vestmannaeyjar Women
FH Hafnarfjordur Women
Throttur Reykjavik Women
Selfoss Women
Keflavik Women
Fylkir Reykjavik Women
KR Reykjavik Women
Tindastoll Women
Vikingur Reykjavik Women
Grindavik Women
Haukar Women
Afturelding/Fram Women
Fram Reykjavik Women
Fjardabyggd/Leiknir/Hottur Women
IA Akranes Women
Wikipedia - Besta deild kvenna
The Besta deild kvenna (lit. 'Women's Best Division') is the top-tier women's football league in Iceland. It features 10 teams that play a double round robin to decide the champion, which qualifies for a spot in the UEFA Women's Champions League. The 2022 season was the first season of the league after it was rebranded as Besta deild kvenna; previously, it had been named Úrvalsdeild kvenna (lit. 'Women's Elite League').
History
The Icelandic women's tournament began in 1972. Eight teams competed in two groups and the top team from each group, FH and Ármann. met in a final where FH won 2–0. In 1976, only five team registered for competition so the group arrangement was abandoned and instead the teams played in one division with home and away games. The following years, fewer and fewer teams participated, due to lack of training, lack of access to Grass fields, and little or none youth programs. After only three teams participating in 1980, the tide turned the following season with five new teams registering for competition and the addition of the Icelandic Women's Football Cup. On 24 February 2022, the league was rebranded as Besta deild kvenna.
The Iceland Premier League Women is the premier women's soccer tournament in Iceland, showcasing the best talent and fierce competition in the nation. Established to promote women's football and provide a platform for aspiring athletes, the league features a dynamic mix of established clubs and emerging teams, all vying for the coveted championship title.
Spanning several months, the tournament brings together top clubs from across Iceland, each competing in a series of thrilling matches that highlight skill, strategy, and sportsmanship. Fans can expect to witness high-paced action, with teams battling it out on the pitch in a quest for glory. The league not only emphasizes competitive play but also fosters community spirit, encouraging local support and engagement.
In addition to the excitement of the matches, the Iceland Premier League Women serves as a vital stepping stone for players aiming to elevate their careers, with many athletes gaining recognition and opportunities to play internationally. The tournament also plays a crucial role in promoting gender equality in sports, inspiring the next generation of female athletes.
Join us for an unforgettable season of passion, talent, and determination as the best women's soccer teams in Iceland compete for the title in the Iceland Premier League Women!