Walhalla was inaugurated by a match between Örgryte and German champions Viktoria Berlin.

Player Sven Rydell who became Sweden's first major football star[citation needed] and became known for his fast play and creative dribbling, but above all for his ability to score.

Carl-Erik Holmberg was a contributor to its success, with its total of 193 goals in the Swedish League for Örgryte IS.

[citation needed] A young player at the time was Agne Simonsson who would later play in the Sweden national team.

[4] In 2007 after 120 years of solely male membership, the youth faction of the football section would accept girls.

[citation needed] According to a recent survey, Örgryte IS is the fourth most popular team in Gothenburg, with 9% of the football fans supporting them.

Notable fans of the club include Marcus and Peter Birro, Weiron Holmberg, Fredrik Ohlsson, Björn Afzelius and Leif Pagrotsky.

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.