ICELAND Besta deild karla
The Besta deild karla, also known as the Icelandic Premier League, is the top professional soccer league in Iceland. It was founded in 1912. The league is run by the Football Association of Iceland (Knattspyrnusamband Islands).
The Besta deild karla season typically runs from April to September.
The most successful team in Besta deild karla history is KR Reykjavik, including the first season in 1912.
The Besta deild karla has a team in the UEFA Champions League and the UEFA Europa League.
Football is the most popular sport in Iceland.
Iceland's most famous football player is Eidur Smari Gudjohnsen. He has won the UEFA Champions League title for Barcelona as well as La Liga, Copa del Rey and two Premier League titles for Chelsea.