Knattspyrnusambandið

Knattspyrnusambandið is the Icelandic Football Association, the governing body of football in Iceland. It was founded in 1947 and is responsible for organizing all football competitions in the country, from youth leagues to the top professional divisions. The association also oversees the national football teams, both men's and women's, and is a member of both UEFA and FIFA.

The primary objectives of Knattspyrnusambandið include promoting the development and growth of football throughout Iceland, ensuring fair play and sportsmanship, and supporting the national teams in international competitions. They work to increase participation in the sport at all levels, from grassroots initiatives to elite development programs. The association also plays a role in coaching education and referee training.

Knattspyrnusambandið organizes several major tournaments, including the Icelandic men's and women's top leagues (Úrvalsdeild karla and Úrvalsdeild kvenna, respectively), and the Icelandic Cup. These competitions are a focal point of the Icelandic sporting calendar. The success of the Icelandic national teams in recent years, particularly the men's team's qualification for Euro 2016 and the 2018 World Cup, has brought increased international attention to the work of Knattspyrnusambandið and the development of football in Iceland.