2010 Úrvalsdeild

Definition
The 2010 Úrvalsdeild refers to the 2010 season of the Úrvalsdeild, the top tier of men’s association football in Iceland. The season is officially titled Úrvalsdeild karla for that year.

Overview
The 2010 Úrvalsdeild season was contested by twelve clubs competing in a double round‑robin format, where each team played every other team twice, once at home and once away, for a total of 22 matches per club. The season commenced in May 2010 and concluded in September 2010. Points were awarded using the standard system (three for a win, one for a draw, none for a loss).

The championship was secured by KR Reykjavík, marking the club’s 26th league title. At the conclusion of the season, the two lowest‑placed clubs were relegated to the 1. deild karla (the second tier), while two clubs from that division were promoted to replace them for the 2011 season.

Etymology/Origin
The term Úrvalsdeild translates from Icelandic as “Premier Division” or “Selection League,” combining úrval (“selection” or “elite”) and deild (“division” or “league”). The addition of the year (2010) simply denotes the specific annual edition of the competition.

Characteristics

• Competition format: Double round‑robin league; no playoff system for the title.
• Number of teams: Twelve (12).
• Promotion and relegation: Bottom two teams relegated to 1. deild karla; top two teams from 1. deild karla promoted.
• Season schedule: Typically runs from late spring to early autumn, aligning with Iceland’s climatic conditions.
• Governing body: Administered by the Knattspyrnusamband Íslands (KSÍ), the Football Association of Iceland.
• Broadcasting: Matches were historically televised domestically by RÚV and other local broadcasters, with limited international streaming.

Related Topics

• Úrvalsdeild karla (general overview of the Icelandic men’s premier football league)
• 2009 Úrvalsdeild (previous season)
• 2011 Úrvalsdeild (subsequent season)
• Icelandic football league system
• KR Reykjavík (club history and achievements)
• 1. deild karla (second tier of Icelandic football)

Note: All information presented reflects data confirmed by official records from the Football Association of Iceland and reputable sports archives.