Squad
Mihkel Aksalu2013current
Mehmet Hetemaj2015current
Alexei Eremenko2016current
Jarkko Hurme2016current
Tarmo Kink2016current
Tero Mäntylä2007–2007
Gert Kams2013–2014
Cédric Gogoua2014–2015
Juho Mäkelä2014–2014
Allan2015–2015- Rasmus Karjalainen2015–2015
Roope Riski2015–2016
Abdoulaye Méïté2016–2016- Roope Riski2016–2017
The club was formed in 2007 after the merger of TP-Seinäjoki and Sepsi-78, aiming to strengthen local football.
SJK won its first Finnish championship title in 2015, just a year after being promoted to the Veikkausliiga.
Seinäjoen Jalkapallokerho, commonly referred to as SJK, is a professional football club based in Seinäjoki, Finland.
Biography
Formation
Seinäjoen Jalkapallokerho, commonly known as SJK, was established on November 5, 2007, through the merger of two local clubs, TP-Seinäjoki and Sepsi-78. The decision to merge was made public shortly after, with both clubs agreeing to relinquish their places in the Kakkonen, the third tier of Finnish football. The new club aimed to consolidate resources and talent, addressing the inadequacy of players that had plagued both teams. The name 'Seinäjoen Jalkapallokerho' was chosen through a public contest, reflecting the community's involvement in the club's identity. The club was officially registered on January 22, 2008, with Mikko Latomäki as its first chairman.
Rise to Prominence
SJK began its journey in the Ykkönen, the second tier of Finnish football, and quickly made a name for itself. After finishing second in 2012, the club secured promotion to the Veikkausliiga, Finland's top league, in 2014. The following year marked a significant milestone as SJK clinched its first Finnish championship title, showcasing the club's rapid ascent in Finnish football. Under the management of Simo Valakari, the team continued to strengthen its roster, including notable signings like Spanish La Masia graduate Josu and Estonian goalkeeper Mihkel Aksalu.
Achievements and Legacy
SJK's success continued with a series of impressive performances, including winning the Finnish Cup in 2016 and the Finnish League Cup in 2014. The club has also finished as runners-up in the Veikkausliiga in 2014 and has secured third place in 2016 and 2021. SJK has established itself as a competitive force in Finnish football, with a dedicated fan base and a commitment to developing local talent, ensuring its place in the history of Finnish sports.
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Career & Clubs
The early years
SJK was formed on 5 November 2007 as a merger between the first teams of TP-Seinäjoki and Sepsi-78. It was told to the public five days later. Sepsi-78 had a board meeting on 24 October and TP-Seinäjoki on the next day. Both clubs supported the merger. Sepsi-78 and TP both gave up their place in Kakkonen. The first signing of the new club was Petri Huttu. There were several negotiations about the merger over the years. The main reason was the inadequacy of players. The clubs continued doing junior work after the merger, but could also have their own team in the lower divisions. The work name of the club was Seinäjoki Futis, and there was a contest about the official name, where everyone could suggest a name. The final name was Seinäjoen Jalkapallokerho, that had been suggested by many people. There was also a contest about the logo and uniform. The registered name of the club is Seinäjoen Jalkapallokerho ry, and it was registered on January 22, 2008. Mikko Latomäki was chosen as the first chairman. Jukka Saarijärvi was chosen as the vice chairman. Saarijärvi was a former TP-Seinäjoki chairman.
Promotion to Veikkausliiga
2012–2016: Simo Valakari era
In 2013 SJK started its second season in Ykkönen. In 2012 SJK had been placed second. SJK made some signings for 2013, which included a Spanish La Masia graduate Josu and Estonian Mihkel Aksalu. SJK started the season on May 4 with a 2–1 win over PK-35 Vantaa. SJK played AC Kajaani on…
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- Ykkösliiga
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- Veikkausliiga
Legacy
Veikkausliiga Winners (1): 2015 Runners-up (1): 2014 3rd place (2): 2016, 2021 Finnish Cup Winners (1): 2016 Runners-up (1): 2017 Finnish League Cup Winners (1): 2014 Runners-up (1): 2016
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Identifiers & aliases
Seinäjoen Jalkapallokerho, commonly referred to as SJK, also internationally SJK Seinäjoki, is a Finnish professional football club from the city of Seinäjoki. The club plays in the Veikkausliiga, the highest tier of the Finnish league system. Their home ground is OmaSP Stadion, which is located near the city center and next to SJK's training facility Wallsport. SJK was formed in 2007 after the merger of TP-Seinäjoki and Sepsi-78. After starting in the third-tier, the club won the promotion to Veikkausliiga in 2014, and the next year won its first Finnish championship title.
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