Last updated : 05/09/2023 23:22:40
Introduction
Blantyre Victoria FC are a Grassroots football team made up of 1 team members.
The team is from Blantyre, South Lanarkshire, Scotland, United Kingdom.
Blantyre Victoria FC started using TeamStats in May 2019.
Team Details
Location
Blantyre South Lanarkshire Scotland United Kingdom
Team Type
Blantyre Victoria FC
Blantyre Victoria Football Club, also known as Blantyre Vics, are a Scottish association football club based in the town of Blantyre, South Lanarkshire.
History
The club was founded in 1889 by a Mr Sam Dawson, who remained working with the club until his death in 1929. When they were founded, they initially had no permanent ground so played on Glasgow Road in Blantyre.
In 1902, the club moved to their current ground, the KG Stadium (traditionally known as Castle Park). The stadium has a capacity of 2,500 spectators.
Blantyre Victoria have won a number of trophies over the years, including the Scottish Junior Cup three times (1934, 1952, and 1966).
Current season
Blantyre Victoria currently compete in the West of Scotland Football League First Division, the seventh tier of the Scottish football league system.
The club finished in third place in the league last season.
Managerial history
- John Gibson (June 2016 - present)
- Paul Martin (2012-2016)
- Jim Duffy (2008-2012)
- John McVitie (2007-2008)
- John Connolly (2005-2007)
Sources
- Blantyre Victoria F.C. on Wikipedia
- Blantyre Victoria F.C. official website
- Blantyre Victoria F.C. on TeamStats
