Harstad

Harstad Idrettslag is a Norwegian sports club from Harstad, Troms. It has association football, futsal and nordic skiing sections. The club formerly had sections for track and field, skiing and speed skating, but this was discontinued in 1987. The club colors are yellow and black, and their home field is Harstad stadion. This was Norway's first football stadium with artificial turf.

The men's football team currently plays in the 4. divisjon, the fifth tier of Norwegian football. The team last played in the Norwegian First Division in 1997. After that they had a long run in the Second Division. It played in the Third Division in 2003, but won their group and won the playoff 5–2 on aggregate against Innstranden. In 2008 they were back in the Third Division, won the league but lost the playoff to Bodø/Glimt 2 with 6–5 on aggregate after extra time. The next season they won the playoff, beating Stålkameratene 3–2 on aggregate. After two season in the Second Division, Harstad was again relegated in 2011.

The club also won the Northern Norwegian Cup nine times: in 1932, 1938, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1957, 1958, 1962 and 1968. A well-known player from that era is Trygve Bornø.

Harstad is a professional soccer team based in Norway. The team is known for its strong work ethic, skilled players, and passionate fan base. Harstad has a rich history in Norwegian soccer, with a tradition of success in domestic competitions. The team's colors are red and white, and they play their home matches at the Harstad Stadium, which has a capacity of 10,000 spectators. Harstad is known for their attacking style of play, with quick passing and creative movement on the field. The team has a dedicated coaching staff and a roster of talented players who are committed to achieving success on the pitch. Harstad is a respected and competitive team in Norwegian soccer, and they continue to strive for excellence in every match they play.