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The debate over the most successful clubs in England is one that occurs among fans every year and has spanned decades. The English Premier League is the most watched league in the world, with the majority of football lovers around the globe supporting a club in England. The debate over which clubs have enjoyed the most success is quite straightforward, and its outcome is determined by the number of trophies a club has won. Here is a look at the most successful clubs in England as of 2023.
With a potential TV audience of 4.7 billion people, the Premier League is the most watched sports league in the world, being shown in 212 territories to 643 million homes. The Premier League holds the top spot in the UEFA coefficient rankings as of 2023, ahead of other top leagues such as La Liga and Serie A, with these rankings determined by performances in European competitions over the previous five seasons.
Six English clubs have won a record fifteen European championships, which is the second-highest number of European Cup / UEFA Champions League trophies won by teams from one league.
The most successful clubs in England as of 2023
Here is a list of the top ten most successful soccer clubs in England as of 2023, based on the number of competitive trophies won in their history.
10. Nottingham Forest - 13 trophies
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Full name: Nottingham Forest Football Club
Nickname: The Reds, the Garibaldi, Forest
Founded: 1865
League: The English Premier League
Stadium: City Ground
Capacity: 30,404
Trophies: 13
Market value: €395.58 million (source: Transfermarkt)
Nottingham Forest are one of the most successful teams in England and are one of the six English clubs to have won a European championship, with two to their name. They have won 13 trophies in total and currently play in the Premier League.
9. Newcastle United - 13 trophies
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Full name: Newcastle United Football Club
Nickname: The Magpies
Founded: 1892
League: The English Premier League
Stadium: St. James' Park
Capacity: 52,257
Trophies: 13
Market value: €650.50 million (source: Transfermarkt)
Newcastle United last won a major domestic trophy in 1955, but they remain one of the most successful clubs in England. The Magpies currently compete in the Premier League and have four league titles to their name. They have won a total of 13 trophies as of 2023.
8. Everton - 24 trophies
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Full name: Everton Football Club
Nickname: The Toffees, the Toffeemen
Founded: 1878
League: The English Premier League
Stadium: Goodison Park
Capacity: 39,414
Trophies: 24
Market value: €350.70 million (source: Transfermarkt)
Everton are one of the seven clubs to have never been relegated in the English Premier League era, and they are also one of the most successful clubs in England as of 2023. The Toffees have 24 trophies to their name, including nine league titles. The Merseyside club have a rich history and are local rivals to Liverpool.
7. Aston Villa - 25 trophies
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Full name: Aston Villa Football Club
Nickname: The Villans, the Lions, the clarets and blue
Founded: March 1874
League: The English Premier League
Stadium: Villa Park
Capacity: 42,530
Trophies: 25
Market value: €630.70 million (source: Transfermarkt)
Aston Villa are one of the most successful clubs in England as of 2023 and are also European royalty, having won the European Cup in 1981–82. The Midland club have seven league titles and seven FA Cups to their name, as well as having won the European Super Cup. The Villians currently compete in the English Premier League and have a total of 25 trophies.
6. Tottenham Hotspur - 26 trophies
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Full name: Tottenham Hotspurs Football Club
Nickname: Spurs, the Lilywhites
Founded: 1882
League: The English Premier League
Stadium: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
Capacity: 62,850
Trophies: 26
Market value: €747.60 million (source: Transfermarkt)
Tottenham Hotspur are based in North London, and they have a total of 26 trophies in their history as of 2023. Spurs are one of the most successful clubs in England as of 2023, despite winning their last competitive trophy in 2008. They currently compete in the English Premier League and have won two league titles. The North London-based club also have two UEFA Cup/UEFA Europa League titles to their name, as well as one UEFA Cup Winners' Cup. Tottenham are one of the seven clubs to have never been relegated in the Premier League era.
5. Manchester City - 33 trophies
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Full name: Manchester City Football Club
Nickname: The Citizens, the Cityzens, the Sky Blues
Founded: 1880
League: The English Premier League
Stadium: Etihad Stadium
Capacity: 53,400
Trophies: 33
Market value: €1.26 billion (source: Transfermarkt)
Manchester City have enjoyed most of their success within the last decade, and this has helped them become one of the most successful clubs in England as of 2023. The Citizens have won 33 trophies, including one UEFA Champions League and nine league titles. Manchester City won the treble in 2022–23 and a domestic treble in 2018–19. The Citizens also have the unique achievement of being the Centurions, the only team to ever reach 100 points in a Premier League season, achieved in 2018–19. They are also the most valued English club as of 2023.
4. Chelsea - 34 trophies
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Full name: Chelsea Football Club
Nickname: The Blues
Founded: 10 March 1905
League: The English Premier League
Stadium: Stamford Bridge
Capacity: 40,173
Trophies: 34
Market value: €999.00 million (source: Transfermarkt)
Chelsea FC have seen their stock consistently rise since the early 2000s, and this has helped them become one of the most successful clubs in England as of 2023. The Blues have won 34 trophies in their history, including two UEFA Champions League titles, one FIFA Club World Cup, and six league titles. They are also the third-most-valued English club as of 2023.
3. Arsenal - 49 trophies
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Full name: Arsenal Football Club
Nickname: The Gunners
Founded: 1886
League: The English Premier League
Stadium: Emirates Stadium
Capacity: 60, 704
Trophies: 49
Market value: €1.10 billion (source: Transfermarkt)
Arsenal are the third-most successful club in England as of 2023 and currently the most successful club in London. The Gunners have won 49 trophies in their rich history, including 13 Premier League titles and a record 14 FA Cup trophies as of 2023. Arsenal also have the unique achievement of the ‘invincibles’ in the Premier League, having won the league without a single defeat in 2003–04, remaining the only side to ever do so as of 2023. They are also the second-most valued Premier League club as of 2023.
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Arsenal legends of all time: Top ten players to have played for the Gunners in history
The biggest Arsenal legends of all time have all contributed to their high status among European clubs. The Gunners are the most decorated team in London and have won the most FA Cups in history. The current Arsenal team has big names such as Bukayo Saka, William Saliba, and Declan Rice, but before them, there were several stars that went on to achieve legendary status due to their immense contribution to the club. In this article, we take a look at the top ten Arsenal legends of all time.
2. Manchester United - 67 trophies
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Full name: Manchester United Football Club
Nickname: The Red Devils
Founded: 1878
League: The English Premier League
Stadium: Old Trafford
Capacity: 74,031
Trophies: 67
Market value: €877.30 million (source: Transfermarkt)
Manchester United are arguably the biggest club in England and are definitely one of the most successful clubs in England as of 2023, with 67 trophies to their name. The Red Devils enjoyed their most successful era under former manager Sir Alex Ferguson, who was in charge from 1986 to 2013. Manchester United’s 20 league titles is the highest won by any club in England as of 2023, and they have also won the highest number of Community Shields as of 2023.
1. Liverpool - 68 trophies
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Full name: Liverpool Football Club
Nickname: The Reds
Founded: 1892
League: The English Premier League
Stadium: Anfield
Capacity: 61,276
Trophies: 68
Market value: €877.30 million (source: Transfermarkt)
Liverpool are the most successful club in England as of 2023, with 68 trophies won. The Reds have won the highest number of European trophies by any English club and 19 league titles to their name. Liverpool are known for their fast-paced, hard-running style of football, and this has helped them achieve the status of the most successful club in England based on the number of trophies won.
Which club is the most successful in England?
Liverpool are the most successful club in England as of 2023, with 68 trophies won.
Who has won the most English League titles?
Manchester United have won the most English league titles as of 2023, with 20 league titles won.
Which club is the most valuable English club?
Manchester City are the most valuable English club as of 2023, valued at €1.26 billion (source: Transfermarkt).
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