Brann was praised in the clouds by Norwegian Top Football (NTF) and received the “club of the year” award at the Eliteserien in 2024.

The Bergens acquired it after a silver season in which the club stood out for its investment, among other things, in sustainability and public initiatives. In his appointment it was stated that Brann “has inspired the whole of Norwegian Football and set new standards for how a club can become an important force in both the sport and the local community”.

– This club has a special position in its community and in its city. Fire is Bergen, and Bergen is Fire. The enthusiasm and strength that was created became an inspiration for Fotball-Norge. It’s great to congratulate Brann as club of the year. They will not look back in Bergen, and it is now up to our club to survive. A new standard has been set by the club this year, said NTF CEO Jens Haugland.

The assessment is based on eight criteria, with a particular focus on financial management, public activities, sustainability and follow-up to league agreements. On the final field, Brann returned with Tromsø. Rosenborg, Fredrikstad and Viking were also nominated.

Along with the award, Brann received a prize of NOK 50,000.

Previous “club of the year” winners in Eliteserien:

2023: Tromsø

2022: Lilleström

2021: Vikings

2020: Bodo/Glimply

2019: Sarpsborg 08

2018: Sarpsborg 08

(NTB)