Wikipedia - JK Sillamäe Kalev

JK Sillamäe Kalev, commonly known as Sillamäe Kalev, or simply as Sillamäe, is an Estonian football club based in Sillamäe. Founded in 1957, Sillamäe Kalev was one of the founding members of the Meistriliiga.

The club competed in the Meistriliiga, the top flight of Estonian football in 2017, but was declared bankrupt in March 2018. Its football academy continued and took over the name, continuing in the II liiga, 4th level in the Estonian football league system.

History

Sillamäe Kalev was founded in 1957 and competed in the Estonian SSR Football Championship. In 1992, the club became one of the founding members of the Meistriliiga. Sillamäe Kalev was relegated after the 1993–94 season.

After a lengthy spell in lower divisions, the club returned to the Meistriliiga for the 2008 season. Sillamäe Kalev finished the 2009 season as runners-up with 76 points behind Levadia and qualified to the 2010–11 UEFA Europa League qualifiers. Sillamäe Kalev faced off Dinamo Minsk in the second qualifying round, losing 1–10 on aggregate. Sillamäe Kalev returned to top three in the 2013 season, when the club placed third. The club finished the 2014 season as runners-up, while Yevgeni Kabaev won the goal scoring title with 36 goals. Sillamäe Kalev reached the 2015–16 Estonian Cup final, but suffered an extra time loss to Flora.

JK Sillamae Kalev is a professional soccer team based in Sillamae, Estonia. The team was founded in 2005 and has since become a prominent force in Estonian soccer. The team plays in the Meistriliiga, the top tier of Estonian soccer, and has a strong fan base that supports them at every game.

The team's colors are blue and white, and their logo features a stylized eagle with its wings spread wide. The team's home stadium is the Sillamae Kalev Stadium, which has a capacity of 1,000 spectators. The stadium is known for its lively atmosphere and passionate fans.

JK Sillamae Kalev has a talented roster of players, including both Estonian and international players. The team is known for its fast-paced, attacking style of play, and has a reputation for being a tough opponent for any team in the league.

Off the field, JK Sillamae Kalev is committed to promoting soccer in the local community. The team runs youth programs and hosts soccer clinics for young players, helping to develop the next generation of Estonian soccer stars.

Overall, JK Sillamae Kalev is a respected and successful soccer team that is beloved by fans in Estonia and beyond. With a talented roster of players and a commitment to community outreach, the team is poised for continued success in the years to come.