Concordia 23

Plaintext Concordia 23 is a Hattrick football club from The Netherlands, based in the Arnhem region. Established on May 28, 2023, the club competes in division VI.818, the sixth tier of Hattrick in the Netherlands.

Origins and name

The club was founded on May 16, 2023, by a group of anonymous football enthusiasts following the liquidation of VV Bermfluiter. The name derives from the Roman goddess Concordia, representing stability and harmony, which the founders chose to symbolize team unity and performance.

Stadium

Concordia 23 plays its home matches at The Pantheon III, a reference to the historic Roman temple. Initially constructed in May 2023 with a capacity of 12,000, the stadium has undergone three expansions to reach its current capacity of 58,000.

Managerial history

The club has been managed by Dutchman Colin Bevan (born 1986) since its inception. Bevan previously managed Fiesta del Giornalista (362939) from November 15, 2003, winning six titles over 29 seasons—most notably the season 18 division VI.103 title—before retiring in 2013 to focus on family life.

In 2023, Bevan returned to Hattrick to lead Concordia 23, citing a more balanced work-life rhythm and a long-term ambition to reach the Eredivisie. Characterized by fans and media as a stubborn, finance-oriented strategist, Bevan is known for his long-term planning and surprising player sales. Responding to criticism in January 2025, Bevan stated:

"I came here with a mission and that mission will be accomplished in time. 
May it be 5 years, 10 or even 15. If anyone doesn’t agree with my policy, 
I’m happy to let them take my jobs. But in the end, no one will."