Tromso IL, based in Tromso, Norway, is a historic soccer club with a rich history. Founded in 1920, the club has established itself as one of the most successful teams in Norwegian football. Tromso IL has won the Norwegian top-flight league, the Eliteserien, on two occasions, in 1986 and 1990. The club has also achieved success in domestic cup competitions, winning the Norwegian Football Cup on three occasions, in 1986, 1996, and 2011. Tromso IL's home venue is the Alfheim Stadium, which has a capacity of around 6,859 spectators. The club is affectionately known as "Gutan," which translates to "The Boys" in English, reflecting the youthful spirit and energy of the team. An interesting fact about Tromso IL is that they became the first Norwegian team to compete in the UEFA Champions League group stage in the 1997-1998 season.