Jagodina

Jagodina Football Club is a professional football club based in Jagodina, Serbia. The club was founded in 1919, making it one of the oldest football clubs in the country. Jagodina FC has a rich history that spans over a century, marked by numerous ups and downs, including several name changes, financial struggles, and periods of success.

The club was initially named SK Morava, but it was renamed several times throughout its history, reflecting the political changes in the country. It was known as FK Kablovi from 1969 to 2007, a period during which it achieved some of its most significant successes. In 2007, the club was renamed FK Jagodina, a name it carries to this day.

Jagodina FC's most successful period was in the late 2000s and early 2010s. In the 2007-2008 season, the club was promoted to the Serbian SuperLiga, the top tier of Serbian football, for the first time in its history. The team quickly established itself as a competitive force in the league, finishing in the top half of the table in several seasons. The pinnacle of the club's success came in the 2012-2013 season when Jagodina FC won the Serbian Cup, the most prestigious domestic cup competition in Serbia. This victory marked the first major trophy in the club's history.

Despite these successes, Jagodina FC has also faced significant challenges. The club has struggled financially on several occasions, leading to periods of instability and uncertainty. However, it has always managed to overcome these difficulties and continue its operations, demonstrating the resilience and determination that are characteristic of the club.

Jagodina FC's home ground is the City Stadium in Jagodina, which can accommodate around 15,000 spectators. The club's fans, known as the "Plavi Lavovi" (Blue Lions), are renowned for their passionate support and loyalty to the team.

Throughout its history, Jagodina FC has contributed significantly to Serbian football. The club has produced numerous talented players who have gone on to have successful careers both in Serbia and abroad. Despite the challenges it has faced, the club remains an important part of the local community and continues to inspire future generations of footballers in Jagodina and beyond.

In recent years, Jagodina FC has been competing in the Serbian League East, the third tier of Serbian football. Despite the club's current position, its rich history and tradition, coupled with the unwavering support of its fans, ensure that Jagodina FC remains a respected and beloved institution in Serbian football. As the club looks to the future, it continues to strive for success on the pitch, while also remaining committed to its role in the development of football in Jagodina and Serbia as a whole.