FC Vaduz

The football club FC Vaduz is a professional football club based in Vaduz, Liechtenstein. It was founded in 1932 and is the only professional football club in the country, playing in the Swiss Super League.

Vaduz, the capital city of Liechtenstein, has a population of only around 5,000 people. Despite its small size, the city has a strong football culture and the FC Vaduz is deeply ingrained in its history.

The club's origins can be traced back to 1921 when the first football team in Vaduz was formed. However, it wasn't until 1932 that the FC Vaduz was officially founded. The club's first home ground was located in the center of the city, but it was later moved to the Rheinpark Stadion, which is still its home ground today.

The FC Vaduz has a long-standing rivalry with another Liechtenstein club, FC Balzers. Matches between the two teams are known as the "Liechtenstein Derby" and are highly anticipated by fans.

In 1992, the FC Vaduz joined the Swiss Football League, becoming the first and only Liechtenstein club to play in a foreign league. The club has since been a regular participant in the Swiss Challenge League and was promoted to the Swiss Super League in the 2008-2009 season.

Notable players who have played for the FC Vaduz include Mario Frick, the all-time top scorer of the Liechtenstein national team, and Franz Burgmeier, who holds the record for the most appearances for the club.

The FC Vaduz has also had some success in international competitions, reaching the semi-finals of the UEFA Europa League in 2016. The club has also won the Liechtenstein Football Cup several times, with the most recent win in 2018.

Despite being a small club, the FC Vaduz has a loyal and passionate fan base. Its home ground, the Rheinpark Stadion, has a capacity of around 5,000 and is known for its lively atmosphere during matches.

The FC Vaduz continues to represent Liechtenstein in the Swiss Super League and is an important part of the country's sporting history. Its success and dedication to the sport have helped put Liechtenstein on the map in the world of football.