Key facts
| Address | Sogndalsfjøra, Norway |
| Capacity | 5,523 seats |
| Build Date | 2006 |
| Record Attendance | 7,000 |
Description
Fosshaugane Campus is a football stadium located in Sogndalsfjøra, Norway. Currently, it is Sogndal Fotball’s home ground, which has been using the ground since its opening in 2006. The stadium used to be simply referred to as Fosshaugane stadium, but it got its current name because it also featured a school campus.
The opening ceremony of the stadium took place in the summer of 2006. The first football match was held between the home team and Bryne, which resulted in the victory of the first one with a score of 2–0. This match was broadcasted live on TV.
In 2012, according to the NISO’s survey that was held among captains of away football team that had ever played on this ground, the stadium got the lowest rating of only 1.93 out of 5.
The total capacity of the stadium was increased up to 5,523 people after the reconstruction. It is not an all-seater venue, because there are about 200 standing places. The highest attendance was noted at the stadium in 1976 during the match of Sogndal against Start, which attracted the attention of about 7,000 spectators.
The size of the pitch is 105 × 68 meters. In the spring of 2012, the playing surface was covered with artificial turf.
FAQ
Fosshaugane Campus is a football stadium located in Sogndal, Norway. It serves as the home ground for Sogndal Fotball, a Norwegian football club.
The stadium was officially opened in 1926.
The name “Fosshaugane” refers to the location of the stadium. “Foss” means waterfall in Norwegian, and “haug” means hill. The “Campus” part of the name was added later, likely due to its proximity to educational institutions.
The stadium has a capacity of approximately 5,500 spectators.
Yes, the stadium has been renovated and expanded several times since its opening. A major renovation took place in 2006, which included the construction of new stands and facilities.
One of the unique aspects of Fosshaugane Campus is its integration with the local community. The stadium is part of a larger complex that includes educational facilities, making it a true “campus” in the broader sense.
Sogndal Fotball plays in the Norwegian First Division (1. divisjon), which is the second tier of Norwegian football.
The stadium has hosted numerous important matches in Norwegian domestic football, including games in the top-tier Eliteserien when Sogndal Fotball has been promoted to that level.
