- 1Newcastle United75%
Established in 1892 through the merger of two local clubs, Newcastle is known for its passionate fanbase. A unique aspect of their history is that they have the second-highest number of second-place finishes in the top flight without ever winning the Premier League. Their iconic black and white striped kits were adopted in 1894 to avoid color clashes.
- 2Everton72%
Founded in 1878, Everton is one of the oldest clubs in English football. A lesser-known fact is that the club's nickname, "The Toffees," comes from a local toffee shop that was located near their original stadium. Traditionally, a girl dressed as a toffee lady would distribute sweets to fans before matches.
- 3Aston Villa71%
Established in 1874, Aston Villa is one of the founding members of the Football League. An interesting tidbit is that Villa's home ground, Villa Park, has hosted more FA Cup semi-finals than any other stadium. Moreover, the club's nickname, "The Villans," is derived from their association with the Aston district of Birmingham.
- 4Brighton & Hove Albion66%
Brighton, established in 1901, has a seagull as its emblem, reflecting the city's coastal heritage. A quirky fact is that during the 1970s, the club's fans adopted the chant "Seagulls!" to drown out Crystal Palace fans' chants of "Eagles!", leading to the bird becoming a symbol of the club.
- 5Leicester City64%
Leicester, established in 1884, achieved a footballing miracle by winning the Premier League in the 2015–16 season, having been 5000/1 outsiders at the start. A fun fact is that they are the only team to have won the Premier League title after being bottom of the league at Christmas in the previous season.
- 6Tottenham Hotspur64%
Founded in 1882, Spurs were the first British club to win a European trophy (1963 Cup Winners’ Cup). Their famous cockerel emblem dates back to 1909. Spurs played in the first English game broadcast on TV (1937). Their stadium, built in 2019, boasts the world’s first dividing retractable pitch.
- 7AFC Bournemouth62%
Despite being one of the smaller clubs in the Premier League, Bournemouth has made significant strides in recent years. A little-known fact is that the club's original nickname was "The Cherries," possibly due to the cherry-red striped shirts they used to wear or because their stadium was built on a former cherry orchard.
- 8Nottingham Forest57%
Founded in 1865, Nottingham Forest is one of the oldest football clubs in the world. Remarkably, under the management of Brian Clough, they won the European Cup twice consecutively in 1979 and 1980, despite having only won the English league title once, in 1978.
- 9West Ham United54%
Established in 1895 as Thames Ironworks FC, West Ham’s anthem, "I’m Forever Blowing Bubbles," stems from a schoolboy footballer’s nickname. Three of their players helped England win the 1966 World Cup. The club also produced legends like Paolo Di Canio and Declan Rice.
- 10Ipswich Town52%
Founded in 1878, Ipswich Town won the English league title in their first season in the top flight in 1961–62, a feat that remains unique. Additionally, under the management of Sir Bobby Robson, they won the UEFA Cup in 1981, cementing their place in European football history.
- 11Crystal Palace49%
Established in 1905, Crystal Palace is named after the famous glass structure that once stood in Hyde Park before being relocated to South London. The club's nickname, "The Eagles," was adopted in the 1970s to project a more dynamic image, replacing the original nickname, "The Glaziers."
- 12Wolverhampton Wanderers46%
Founded in 1877, Wolves helped inspire the European Cup with their floodlit friendlies in the 1950s. They were one of the first teams to wear numbered shirts. Molineux was the first English stadium with floodlights. Their golden kit comes from their motto, "Out of darkness cometh light."
- 13Fulham42%
Established in 1879, Fulham is London's oldest professional football club. An interesting aspect of their history is that their home ground, Craven Cottage, has been in use since 1896 and is renowned for its unique cottage pavilion in one corner of the stadium.
- 14Manchester City38%
Established in 1880, Manchester City has experienced a dramatic rise in recent years. Interestingly, they are the only club to have been relegated the season after winning the top division title, which happened in 1937. In recent times, they've become the first team to achieve 100 points in a Premier League season (2017–18).
- 15Chelsea36%
Chelsea, founded in 1905, has a history of pioneering moments. They were the first English club to travel by aeroplane to a domestic away match in 1957. Additionally, in 1999, Chelsea became the first British side to field an entirely foreign starting line-up in a Premier League match against Southampton.
- 16Southampton35%
Founded in 1885 as a church football team, Southampton is known as "The Saints." Their stadium, St Mary’s, reflects their origins. They famously nurtured talents like Gareth Bale and Alan Shearer. In the 2010s, they supplied key players to Liverpool, including Van Dijk and Mané. Their 1976 FA Cup win remains one of the biggest upsets in history.
- 17Brentford33%
Brentford, founded in 1889, is known for its innovative approach to football management. The club utilizes a unique data-driven recruitment strategy, often signing undervalued players overlooked by other teams. This approach has been pivotal in their recent successes.
- 18Liverpool28%
Founded in 1892, Liverpool has a storied history. A unique fact is that the club's iconic anthem, "You'll Never Walk Alone," was adopted after a rendition by local band Gerry and the Pacemakers topped the charts in the 1960s. The song has since become synonymous with the club and its supporters.
- 19Arsenal27%
Founded in 1886, Arsenal has a rich history in English football. A unique aspect of the club is that they were the first team to introduce shirt numbers in a match against Sheffield Wednesday in 1928. Additionally, Arsenal holds the record for the longest uninterrupted period in the top flight of English football, having been there since 1919.
- 20Manchester United27%
Founded in 1878 as Newton Heath, the club changed its name to Manchester United in 1902. A lesser-known fact is that they were the first English club to win the European Cup in 1968. Additionally, Ryan Giggs, a club legend, is the only player to have scored in 21 consecutive Premier League seasons.
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