Full Name: Djurgårdens Idrottsförening Fotboll City: Stockholm Founded: 1891 Stadium: Stockholms Stadion (14,500) Colors: Dark Blue, Light Blue Nicknames: Blåränderna (The Bluestripes), Järnkaminerna (The Iron Stoves), Djurgår'n Rival: AIK
Description: Djurgården = animal garden. The Djurgården is a large park in central Stockholm. The club was founded in a café near the park. The name translates as Djurgårdens Sports Association Football. The club was founded on March 12, 1891.
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