The names of football clubs in England – all the top 116 listed

The names of football clubs in England – all the top 116 listed
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The name of football clubs of the top 116 clubs in England competing within the leagues and divisions of the men's English football league system from the Premier League down to the National League; that is to say, the top five divisions in the English Football League, involves teams with rich histories, rivalries and loads of trophies won.

Also included are clubs from outside England that play within the English Football system.

The very top 20 Football Clubs in England all play in the English top-flight division (EPL). However, every season some of these clubs drop down to the second tier (Championship) according to their performance in the season under review.

Similar occurrence happen in the other divisions; as a result, there's a constant movement of teams below the pecking order between these leagues.

Join us as we unravel the names of football clubs in England. 

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Leagues and divisions where football clubs in England play

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The English football pyramid is a comprehensive structure encompassing various leagues and divisions, providing opportunities for clubs across the country to compete at different levels.

At the summit sits the prestigious Premier League, widely regarded as one of the top football leagues globally, attracting worldwide attention and featuring elite clubs competing for the coveted title.

Just below the Premier League lies the English Football League (EFL) Championship, known for its fiercely competitive nature and serving as a gateway for promotion to the Premier League.

The EFL further extends to League One and League Two, offering a platform for clubs to showcase their talent and vie for promotion to higher tiers.

Beyond the EFL, the National League emerges as a pivotal division, acting as the bridge between professional and semi-professional football, where clubs strive for promotion to the EFL.

Below the National League are its regional counterparts, the National League North and National League South, nurturing talent and fostering local rivalries across England.

Venturing further down the football ladder, we encounter the Isthmian League and the Northern Premier League, both comprising premier divisions and subsequent regional divisions, providing a pathway for clubs to ascend through the ranks and chase their aspirations.

Completing the hierarchy are the divisions of the Southern Football League, offering a diverse array of competitions and opportunities for clubs to progress within the pyramid.

The name of football clubs in England: The Top 116 

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Here is a list of the names of the top football clubs in England:

  1. Manchester United
  2. Liverpool FC
  3. Manchester City
  4. Chelsea FC
  5. Arsenal FC
  6. Tottenham Hotspur
  7. Brighton & Hove Albion
  8. Crystal Palace
  9. Newcastle United
  10. Nottingham Forest
  11. Burnley
  12. Luton Town
  13. Sheffield United
  14. West Ham United
  15. Wolverhampton Wanderers
  16. Everton 
  17. AFC Bournemouth
  18. Brentford
  19. Aston Villa
  20. Fulham
  21. Sheffield Wednesday
  22. Southampton
  23. Leicester City
  24. Coventry City
  25. Leeds United
  26. Millwall
  27. Blackburn Rovers
  28. West Bromwich Albion
  29. Bristol City
  30. Preston North End
  31. Middlesbrough
  32. Norwich City
  33. Hull City
  34. Plymouth Argyle
  35. Huddersfield
  36. Stoke City
  37. Rotherham
  38. Swansea City
  39. Birmingham
  40. Sunderland
  41. Ipswich Town
  42. Cardiff City
  43. Barnsley
  44. Port Vale
  45. Blackpool
  46. Burton Albion
  47. Bolton Wanderers
  48. Lincoln City
  49. Cambridge United
  50. Oxford United
  51. Carlisle United
  52. Fleetwood Town
  53. Charlton Athletic
  54. Leyton Orient
  55. Derby County
  56. Wigan Athletic
  57. Northampton Town
  58. Stevenage FC
  59. Portsmouth
  60. Bristol Rovers
  61. Reading FC
  62. Peterborough United
  63. Shrewsbury Town
  64. Cheltenham Town
  65. Wycombe Wanderers
  66. Exeter City
  67. Accrington Stanley
  68. Newport County
  69. Colchester United
  70. Swindon Town
  71. Crawley Town
  72. Bradford City
  73. Crewe Alexandra
  74. Mansfield Town
  75. Doncaster Rovers
  76. Harrogate Town
  77. Forest Green Rovers
  78. Salford City
  79. Grimsby Town
  80. AFC Wimbledon
  81. Morecambe FC
  82. Walsall FC
  83. Stockport County FC
  84. Gillingham FC
  85. Sutton United
  86. Notts County
  87. Barrow AFC
  88. Tranmere Rovers FC
  89. Wrexham AFC
  90. Milton Keynes Dons
  91. Queens Park Rangers
  92. AFC Fylde
  93. Aldershot Town
  94. Altrincham
  95. Barnet
  96. Boreham Wood
  97. Bromley
  98. Chesterfield
  99. Dagenham & Redbridge
  100. Dorking Wanderers
  101. Eastleigh
  102. Ebbsfleet United
  103. FC Halifax Town
  104. Gateshead
  105. Hartlepool United
  106. Kidderminster Harriers
  107. Maidenhead United
  108. Oldham Athletic
  109. Oxford City
  110. Rochdale
  111. Solihull Moors
  112. Southend United
  113. Wealdstone
  114. Woking
  115. York City
  116. Torquay

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This article was most recently revised and updated 9 months ago

Rababe Koussaimi, a 22-year-old journalist, is deeply passionate about the world of sports. She grew up in a footballing environment, supporting both Bayern Munich and Wydad Athletic Club. She began her English journalism career by hosting a podcast for the first English radio station in Morocco. Currently, the Moroccan journalist channels her enthusiasm into writing and conducting extensive research, creating insightful and engaging content for GoalBall Live readers.