SD Croatia Berlin
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SD Croatia Berlin is a German football club from Berlin.
History
The club was founded in 1972 as the ethnically Croatian side NK Croatia Berlin and was renamed NK Hajduk Berlin in 1985. The association continued to grow through the late 1980s, merging with SC Bratstvo 1971 Berlin to become SC Bratstvo-Hajduk Berlin in 1987. The following year a number of smaller clubs (NK Livno, NK Velebit, NK Dinamo) came into the fold until finally a 14 January 1989 merger with SV Croatia 1987 Berlin spawned the present-day club.
SD Croatia Berlin became the first Croatian club in Germany to reach third-tier competition when it was promoted to the Regionalliga Nordost after their 1998 Oberliga Nordost, Staffel Nord (IV) championship. SD Croatia Berlin spent only a single season at that level before suffering a series of relegations. They slipped to the Verbandsliga Berlin (V) in 2001, through the Landesliga Berlin (VI) in 2003, to the Bezirksliga Berlin (VII). In 2005 it rose back to the Landesliga, the seventh level since 2008, and returned to the Bezirksliga in 2010. Three successive promotions after three years in the Bezirksliga put them back in the Berlin-Liga (VI).
SD Croatia Berlin competed in the Croatian World Club Championship in 2007.
Competing in various local leagues, SD Croatia Berlin is known for its competitive spirit and dedication to developing young talent. The team prides itself on fostering a sense of community and camaraderie among its players and supporters, creating a welcoming environment for soccer enthusiasts of all ages.
The club's colors, red and white, reflect the national colors of Croatia, and its emblem features symbols that pay homage to Croatian traditions. Home matches are held at their local stadium, where fans gather to cheer on their team, creating an electric atmosphere filled with chants, flags, and unwavering support.
Beyond the pitch, SD Croatia Berlin is actively involved in community outreach and cultural events, strengthening ties within the local and Croatian diaspora communities. With a focus on teamwork, sportsmanship, and cultural pride, SD Croatia Berlin continues to be a beacon of unity and passion in the world of soccer.