Definition
Ravan Baku FK (Azerbaijani: Rəvan Bakı Futbol Klubu) was a professional football club based in Baku, Azerbaijan, that competed in the Azerbaijani football league system.
Overview
The club was founded in 2009 and quickly progressed through the lower tiers of Azerbaijani football. Ravan Baku earned promotion to the Azerbaijan Premier League for the 2011–12 season after finishing second in the Azerbaijan First Division. During its tenure in the top flight, the team participated in domestic league and cup competitions. The club’s operations ceased in the mid‑2010s, and it is no longer active in professional football.
Etymology/Origin
The name “Ravan” is derived from the Azerbaijani word rəvan, meaning “lively” or “spirited.” The suffix “FK” stands for “Futbol Klubu,” the Azerbaijani equivalent of “Football Club.” The inclusion of “Baku” designates the club’s location in Azerbaijan’s capital city.
Characteristics
- Location: Bayil district, Baku, Azerbaijan.
- Home Ground: Bayil Stadium (capacity approximately 5,000 spectators).
- Club Colors: Predominantly white and blue (as reflected in the team’s kits).
- League Participation: Competed in the Azerbaijan First Division (2009–2011) and the Azerbaijan Premier League (2011–2014).
- Status: The club was dissolved or became inactive after the 2014–15 season; exact circumstances are not fully documented.
Related Topics
- Azerbaijan Premier League
- Azerbaijan First Division (football)
- Football clubs based in Baku
- Azerbaijani football league system
- Bayil Stadium
Note: Precise details regarding the club’s dissolution, final season performance, and subsequent activities are not comprehensively documented in publicly available sources.