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  • KFUM Oslo was founded on October 17, 1919, as a club affiliated with the Christian youth organization KFUM (Kristelig Forening for Unge Menn). The club aimed to provide sports and recreational activities for young men in a Christian environment.
  • KFUM Oslo initially participated in various sports, including football, handball, athletics, and skiing. However, football quickly became the most prominent and successful section of the club.
  • Throughout its history, KFUM Oslo has mainly competed in the lower divisions of Norwegian football. They have had several periods in the third tier (Norwegian Second Division) and occasionally in the fourth tier (Norwegian Third Division).
  • KFUM Oslo gained promotion to the Norwegian First Division (second tier) for the first time in 2014. They finished as runners-up in the 2013 season, earning them a place in the promotion play-offs, where they defeated Bryne to secure promotion.
  • In their debut season in the Norwegian First Division (2015), KFUM Oslo finished in a respectable ninth place. They have managed to establish themselves as a competitive club in the second tier since then.
  • KFUM Oslo’s best performance in recent years came in the 2019 season when they finished in fourth place in the Norwegian First Division, narrowly missing out on a promotion play-off spot.
  • The club’s home matches are played at KFUM Arena located in Ekeberg, Oslo. The stadium has a capacity of around 2,000 spectators.
  • KFUM Oslo’s focus on youth development and providing a Christian environment for its players has been a significant part of the club’s identity. They prioritize nurturing young talents and promoting values of fair play and sportsmanship.

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