2013 1. divisjon: A Season of Dominance and Drama
The 2013 1. divisjon, known as the Adeccoligaen for sponsorship reasons, served as the competitive second-tier of Norwegian professional football. Spanning from 6 April to 3 November 2013, the season featured 16 teams battling for a place in the top flight, the Tippeligaen.
The league structure was designed for high stakes: the top two finishers earned automatic promotion, while teams finishing third through sixth entered a promotion-playoff against the 14th-placed team from the Tippeligaen. Conversely, the bottom four teams faced relegation to the 2. divisjon.
Key Facts
- Champions: Bodø/Glimt
- Promoted Teams: Bodø/Glimt and Stabæk
- Relegated Teams: Vard Haugesund, Kongsvinger, Follo, and Elverum
- Top Scorer: Jo Sondre Aas with 18 goals
- Total Goals: 720 goals across 240 matches (average of 3 per match)
- Highest Attendance: 5,617 spectators (Sandefjord vs. Elverum)
Season Performance and Statistics
The 2013 campaign was defined by the overwhelming dominance of Bodø/Glimt. The champions set a blistering pace throughout the year, securing the longest winning streak of the season with 12 consecutive victories and remaining unbeaten for 17 games.
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Goal Scoring and Notable Matches
Offensively, the league was highly productive, averaging three goals per game. Jo Sondre Aas emerged as the standout individual performer, leading the scoring charts with 18 goals. The season saw several high-scoring affairs, including a 4–4 draw between Fredrikstad and Vard Haugesund, as well as a 5–3 victory for Vard Haugesund over Bryne.
The most one-sided result of the season occurred when Bodø/Glimt dismantled Kongsvinger 8–0 at home. On the road, the biggest victory was recorded by Follo, who defeated Elverum 5–0.
Attendance Trends
Fan engagement varied wildly across the league. The peak of attendance occurred on 9 August 2013, when 5,617 fans gathered to watch Sandefjord draw 2–2 with Elverum. In contrast, the lowest attendance was recorded on 1 September 2013, with only 153 spectators attending the match between Vard Haugesund and Ranheim.
Season Summary Table
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| Duration | 6 April – 3 November 2013 |
| Total Matches | 240 |
| Total Goals | 720 |
| Biggest Home Win | Bodø/Glimt 8–0 Kongsvinger |
| Biggest Away Win | Elverum 0–5 Follo |
| Longest Winless Run | 11 games (Elverum) |
| Longest Losing Run | 6 games (Follo) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which teams were promoted to the Tippeligaen in 2013?
Bodø/Glimt and Stabæk earned promotion to the Tippeligaen.
Who was the top goalscorer of the 2013 season?
Jo Sondre Aas was the top goalscorer, netting a total of 18 goals.
How many teams were relegated to the 2. divisjon?
Four teams were relegated: Vard Haugesund, Kongsvinger, Follo, and Elverum.
What was the most dominant streak of the season?
Bodø/Glimt held the most dominant streaks, with a 12-game winning run and a 17-game unbeaten run.
What was the average number of goals per match?
With 720 goals scored in 240 matches, the league averaged exactly 3 goals per match.