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Teams
PK Keski-Uusimaa Women
VIFK Women
TuWe Women
RoPS Women
HPS Women
FC Ilves II Women
FC Sport 1939 Women
TPS Women
NJS Women
P-Iirot Women
EBK Women
TPV Women
PK-35 RY Women
FC Hertta Women
HauPa Women
VJS Women
GBK Women
ONS Women
JyPK Women
SC KuFu 98 Women
IK Myran Women
Tips Vantaa Women
PK-35 Vantaa Women
MPS Women
KuPS Akatemia Women
United Pietarsaari Women
Nice Futis Women
KTP Women
FC Lahti Women
Sudet Women
Kokkola Futis 10 Women
HJK II Women
Wikipedia - Naisten Ykkönen
Naisten Ykkönen (Swedish: Damettan, Women's First/One) is the second highest division of women's football in Finland. It is overseen by the Suomen Palloliitto (Football Association of Finland). Teams in Naisten Ykkönen can gain promotion to the top-tier Kansallinen Liiga or be relegated to the third-tier Naisten Kakkonen. At the conclusion of the 2019 season, PK-35 Vantaa gained promotion to the Kansallinen Liiga as champions of the Naisten Ykkönen and PK-35 gained promotion by winning the promotion/relegation series against IK Myran. Conversely, GBK Kokkola and Ilves/2, were relegated to the Naisten Kakkonen at the conclusion of the 2019 season.
History
The league was founded in 1984 as the Naisten I divisioona (Women's Division 1). The league was preceded by the Naisten perussarja (Women's Base Series), which played during 1973–1980, and the Naisten aluesarja (Women's Regional Series), which played during 1981–1983. Naisten I divisioona was renamed “Naisten Ykkönen” in 1996.
The tournament features a total of 10 teams from various regions of Finland, each vying for the coveted championship title. The participating teams consist of both established clubs with a rich history in women's soccer and emerging teams looking to make their mark in the sport.
The Finland Ykkonen Women tournament provides a platform for players to showcase their skills, athleticism, and tactical prowess. The matches are characterized by intense competition, fast-paced gameplay, and strategic team formations. The players demonstrate their technical abilities, agility, and teamwork as they strive to outperform their opponents and secure victory.
The tournament takes place over several months, with teams competing in a round-robin format. Each team plays against every other team twice, once at home and once away, resulting in a total of 18 matches per team. The top-performing teams at the end of the season earn promotion to the Naisten Liiga, while the bottom-placed teams face relegation to lower divisions.
Fans of women's soccer in Finland eagerly follow the tournament, attending matches or supporting their favorite teams from the comfort of their homes. The atmosphere in the stadiums is electric, with passionate supporters cheering on their teams and creating an incredible ambiance.
The Finland Ykkonen Women tournament not only provides thrilling soccer action but also serves as a platform for the development and growth of women's soccer in Finland. It offers young players the opportunity to gain valuable experience, hone their skills, and potentially catch the attention of national team selectors.
Overall, the Finland Ykkonen Women tournament is a celebration of women's soccer in Finland, showcasing the talent, dedication, and passion of the players. It is a must-watch for soccer enthusiasts and a testament to the growing popularity and success of women's soccer in the country.