Amsterdamsche FC
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Wikipedia - Amsterdamsche FC
Amsterdamsche Football Club, commonly known as AFC is a football club based in Amsterdam. The team compete in the Tweede Divisie, the third level of the Dutch football league system.
History
19th century: Foundation
AFC was founded in 1895 when a group of young Amsterdammers decided to create a football club. On 18 January 1895 the founding meeting took place in the basement of a house on the Koninginneweg where after a long discussion the name "Amsterdamsche Football Club (AFC)" was chosen. The meeting was held by six boys aged fifteen and sixteen. Four of them being Gerard Scheepens, Hein Brass, Frits Bernard and G.J. Bernard. These six boys were the progenitors of AFC.
20th century: Championships galore
AFC-1 were crowned champions 14 times; 1906, 1909, 1917, 1918, 1919, 1946, 1961, 1963, 1967, 1969, 2001, 2010, 2014 and 2019, while also having been relegated three times; 1921, 1922 and 1998. In 2010 it was the first club in the Netherlands to enter the newly formed 'Top Class'. Despite only having 15 members when founded, by the time of the club's 50th anniversary (1945) it had over 700. By AFC's 100-year existence (1995) it has more than 1,500 members and in summer 2016 the club, including non-playing donors, over 2,100 members. Due to the shortage of fields and accommodation, unfortunately, hundreds of aspiring members must be disappointed every season when they apply for membership.
21st century: Tweede Divisie and Eerste Klasse
In 2016 the first male squad lost 3–1 against Ajax U15.
The club has a strong tradition of developing young talent, often serving as a stepping stone for players who aspire to reach the highest levels of the sport. AFC has a reputation for playing an attractive, attacking style of football, emphasizing skill, teamwork, and tactical awareness. Over the years, the team has achieved numerous successes in both domestic and international competitions, contributing to its status as a key player in Dutch football history.
Amsterdamsche FC is not just a soccer team; it represents the spirit and culture of Amsterdam, embodying the city's love for the beautiful game. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on community engagement, AFC continues to inspire future generations of players and fans alike.