"Big Swan", which is currently called Denka Big Swan Stadium through a sponsorship deal. The stadium was opened in 2001, and has a capacity of 42,300. Prior to this the club had played its matches in the Niigata City Athletic Stadium constructed in 1938 with a capacity of 18,000. The stadium was the site of two first round matches and one Round of 16 match in the past 2002 FIFA World Cup. It was also the venue for the 2009 National Sports Festival. Record as J.League member Key Current squad Type 2 Type 2 Out on loan Notable players Technical staff Managerial history Correct as of 23 October 2022 Honours J2 League Champions (2): 2003, 2022 Hokushinetsu Football League Champions (3): 1986, 1996, 1997 Runners-up (1): 1992 All Japan Senior Football Championship Runners-up (1): 1995 Kit evolution Affiliated clubs Since 2004, Albirex Niigata has selected a number of players for its satellite team in the Singapore Premier League. Albirex also has a women's team and joined L2 league (an equivalent of J2) in 2004. Albirex Ladies won the L2 title in 2006, and went on to join L1 in 2007. The following clubs are affiliated with Albirex Niigata: Albirex Niigata Ladies (Japan Women's Football League) Japan Soccer College (Hokushinetsu Football League) Albirex Niigata Singapore FC (Singapore Premier League) In addition to the J-1 Albirex Niigata football team, there is a Niigata Albirex basketball club in the B.League, as well as a ski, snowboard, baseball, and track and field team. Even though the teams share the same name, the management and finances are completely separate for each team. References External links Official website J.League clubs Football clubs in Japan Association football clubs established in 1955 Sports teams in Niigata Prefecture Multi-sport clubs in Japan 1955 establishments in Japan Japan Football League (1992–1998) clubs Articles which contain graphical timelines