Kolding Stadium (Autocentralen Park)

The Club's History

Kolding IF was founded on October 15, 1895, at the Kolding Folk High School hostel, with 20 members and chairman Christer Gundersen. The club was originally named Kolding Fodsports Klub. During its first few years, the club focused on athletics, but football was played in Kolding for the first time in 1897. At that time, matches were held at Staldgården near Koldinghus.

In other words, Kolding Fodsports Klub was one of the country's first football clubs, and the fact that matches were played at Staldgården cements the club's close ties to the city of Kolding. The young club soon formed a close partnership with the local cycling club, and when the famous Olympia stadium was built—near what is now Autocentralen Park—the collaboration gained real momentum. Kolding Fodsports Klub officially changed its name to Kolding Idræts Forening (Kolding IF) in 1900.

Attendance Through the Years

On August 18, 2023, there were 6,200 spectators at the match against Sønderjysk in the NordicBet League. On December 7, 2024, there were 6,000 spectators at the match against FCK in the Cup. In 1981, there were as many as 9,364 spectators at the match against B1909 in the country's second-best league – an attendance record that has stood ever since. The atmosphere at the stadium is always electric, especially when the fans fill the stands and create an intense and exciting atmosphere.

Fan Groups

KIF Support and Section 1895 are groups for everyone who supports Kolding IF. These groups are known for their passionate support and colorful tifos, which create a fantastic atmosphere at the stadium. SLICE CLUB CPH is a group for exiled Kolding fans and others with a Kolding heart who live in Zealand. It is a football community based in Copenhagen that supports Kolding IF. The communities are open to everyone and welcome both those who want to meet at a bar in Copenhagen and watch Kolding matches, and those who want to join the terrace and cheer on the team. The group is for both young and old, and their commitment contributes to the lively and inclusive atmosphere at the stadium.

Food at the Stadium

At the stadium, you can enjoy the classic Slagterlampe sausages and sausage rolls from Seest Bakery, which are the best-selling items. For example, we sold over 600 sausage rolls when we played OB this season of the NordicBet League. In addition, as one of the few clubs, we also offer an alternative to pork – namely chicken skewers. These food options help create a cozy and welcoming atmosphere for all spectators.

The Stadium Construction

We are also in the process of building a new stadium. JORTON is the general contractor on the project – which is otherwise proceeding according to plan. A total of 10,000 spectators will be able to gather around the city's football team, with standing and seating areas as well as large lounge areas that will have room to cater for 800-900 guests. The new stadium will not only be a modern sports arena, but also a meeting point for the city's residents, where they can experience the unique atmosphere and sense of community that Kolding IF stands for.

So all in all, Autocentralen Park is a stadium that is well worth visiting, especially when it is ready with new and modern facilities. A project that does not yet have a confirmed completion date. But you can safely put it on the list.