OREBRO, Mar 2 (SW) - The financial reports from KIF Örebro and Linköping FC, presented at their annual meetings recently, shows growing turnover and a growing yearly surplus for both clubs.

KIF Örebro could look back at a successfull 2005. Their rapid financially growth, from an annual turnover 2004 at SEK 1,7 millions to SEK 2,9 millions and a SEK 285,000 profit 2005, corresponds to an increasing local support, both from fans and businesses. Re-elected chairman Karin Tellås is happy to be able to, for the first time, sign contracts with and give compensation to all players as well as hiring an office manager.

Linköping FC continues their ambition to develop to be a championship contender. Annual turnover grew from SEK 2,4 millions the year before to SEK 3,1 millions 2005, including a modest profit. "We invest all our resources in the development of the team", says general manager Anders Mäki. "We aim to be better both on and beside the football field".