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England is home to some of the most iconic and successful football clubs in the world. From legendary teams with the most trophy histories to the modern-day giants dominating the game, the country boasts a rich footballing tradition. These clubs have captured hearts, inspired generations, and brought countless moments of joy to their fans.
In the list, we will explore the 15 most successful clubs in England, celebrated for their achievements on both domestic and international stages. Whether it's Premier league titles, FA Cups, or European glory, these teams have left an incredible mark on the beautiful game.
The 15 Most Successful Football Clubs in England:
| Rank | Club | Titles |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Liverpool FC | 69 |
| 2 | Manchester United | 68 |
| 3 | Arsenal | 48 |
| 4 | Manchester City | 36 |
| 5 | Chelsea | 34 |
| 6 | Tottenham | 26 |
| 7 | Aston Villa | 25 |
| 8 | Everton | 24 |
| 9 | Newcastle United | 14 |
| 10 | Nottingham Forest | 13 |
| 11 | Wolves | 13 |
| 12 | Blackburn Rovers | 12 |
| 13 | Sunderland | 10 |
| 14 | Leeds United | 9 |
| 15 | West Brom | 9 |
1. Liverpool FC: (69 trophies)
The Reds are the most decorated club in English football, after beating Chelsea in the Carabao Cup final in February 2024. They are now ahead of their fierce rivals, Manchester United in the list.
Jurgen Klopp was the man to have guided Liverpool to the top of the list. The German won the Premier League, Champions League, and domestic cup competitions during his sparkling spells at Anfield.
Liverpool faced relegation in the 1894, 1903, and 1954 seasons, but after their promotion to the main division in 1962, they never faced any kind of relegation or demotion in their history.
Since their Promotion, they have won many trophies and became in powerhouse of English football. Back in 2001, they managed to secure a treble when they secured the FA Cup, Premier League, and UEFA Cup.
Breakdown of the trophies:
- Premier League: 19 titles
- UEFA Champions League: 6 titles
- FIFA Club World Cup: 1 title
- UEFA Super Cup: 4 titles
- UEFA Cup: 3 titles
- FA Cup: 8 titles
- Carabao Cup: 10 titles
- English 2nd Tier League: 4 titles
- English Super Cup: 16 titles
| Trophy | Number of Titles | Winning Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| Premier League | 19 | 1900–01, 1901–02, 1903–04, 1921–22, 1922–23, 1926–27, 1946–47, 1963–64, 1965–66, 1972–73, 1975–76, 1978–79, 1978–80, 1981–82, 1981–83, 1983–84, 1990–91, 2000–01, 2019–20 |
| UEFA Champions League | 6 | 1976–77, 1977–78, 1980–81, 1983–84, 2004–05, 2018–19 |
| FIFA Club World Cup | 1 | 2019 |
| UEFA Super Cup | 4 | 1977, 2001, 2005, 2019 |
| UEFA Cup | 3 | 1972–73, 1975–76, 2000–01 |
| FA Cup | 8 | 1964–65, 1973–74, 1981–82, 1985–86, 1988–89, 1991–92, 2000–01, 2005–06 |
| Carabao Cup | 10 | 1980–81, 1981–82, 1983–84, 1994–95, 2000–01, 2002–03, 2011–12, 2014–15, 2021–22, 2023–24 |
| English 2nd Tier League | 4 | 1961-62, 1904-05, 1895-96, 1893-94 |
| English Super Cup | 16 | 1964, 1966, 1974, 1976, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1986, 1988, 1990, 2001, 2006, 2019 |
2. Manchester United (68 trophies):
Manchester United fans will be forever grateful for the huge amount of success brought by Sir Alex Ferguson. The Scottish manager dominated the Premier League with the Red Devils.
The former Red Devils manager won 13 Premier League titles. The former Red Devil's boss registered themselves in the list of one of the most successful clubs in England.
Manchester United was already a huge club before Sir Alex's managerial career. But, he United an European Giant, winning every title possible.
United's most recent cup success came in the FA Cup final triumph against their city rivals Manchester City to round of the 2023/24 campaign.
Breakdown of the trophies:
- Premier League: 20 titles
- UEFA Champions League: 3 titles
- FIFA Club World Cup: 1 title
- UEFA Super Cup: 1 title
- Europa League: 1 title
- Cup Winners Cup: 1 title
- FA Cup: 13 titles
- English Super Cup: 21 titles
- Carabao Cup: 6 titles
- English 2nd Tier League: 2 titles
- Intercontinental Cup: 1 title
| Trophy | Number of Titles | Winning Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| Premier League | 20 | 1992–93, 1993–94, 1995–96, 1996–97, 1998–99, 2000–01, 2002–03, 2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09, 2010–11, 2012–13, 1994–95, 1997–98, 2001–02, 2004–05, 2009–10, 2011–12, 2014–15, 2016–17 |
| UEFA Champions League | 3 | 1967–68, 1998–99, 2007–08 |
| FIFA Club World Cup | 1 | 2008 |
| UEFA Super Cup | 1 | 1991 |
| Europa League | 1 | 2016–17 |
| Cup Winners Cup | 1 | 1990–91 |
| FA Cup | 13 | 1909, 1948, 1963, 1977, 1983, 1985, 1990, 1993, 1996, 1999, 2004, 2015, 2024 |
| English Super Cup | 21 | 1908, 1911, 1952, 1956, 1965, 1967, 1993, 1994, 1996, 1997, 1999, 2003, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020 |
| Carabao Cup | 6 | 2005–06, 2008–09, 2009–10, 1991-92, 2016-17, 2022-23 |
| English 2nd Tier League | 2 | 1935–36, 1974–75 |
| Intercontinental Cup | 1 | 1999 |
3. Arsenal (48 trophies):
Arsenal with 48 trophies are the third most successful club in English football at the moment. Rich with past glory and a few minor success, they are still one of the most prestigious clubs in European football.
However, it has been decades since Arsenal lifted the biggest trophy in English Football. The Gunner's triumph in 2004 was perhaps the most impressive success the league has ever seen.
Arsene Wenger was the reason for the Gunner's success. The Frenchman filled his team with legendary players like Thierry Henry, Patrick Viera, and Robert Pires and went undefeated entire season in 2003-04.
The Invincible season was the last time the Gunners side won the league title. However, the north London club boasts of their success in the FA Cup.
Despite not winning any bigger trophy in recent years, Arsenal still find themselves in the list of most successful football clubs in England.
Breakdown of the trophies:
- Premier League: 13 titles
- Cup Winners Cup: 1 title
- FA Cup: 14 titles
- English Super Cup: 17 titles
- Carabao Cup: 2 titles
- Inter-Cities Fairs Cup: 1 title
| Trophy | Number of Titles | Winning Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| Premier League | 13 | 1931, 1933, 1934, 1935, 1938, 1948, 1953, 1971, 1989, 1991, 1998, 2002, 2004 |
| Cup Winners Cup | 1 | 1993–94 |
| FA Cup | 14 | 1929–30, 1935–36, 1949–50, 1970–71, 1978-79, 1992–93, 1997–98, 2001–02, 2002–03, 2004–05, 2013-14, 2014–15, 2016–17, 2019-20 |
| English Super Cup | 17 | 1931, 1932, 1934, 1935, 1939, 1949, 1954, 1992, 1999, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2015, 2016, 2018, 2021, 2024 |
| Carabao Cup | 2 | 1986–87, 1992–93 |
| Inter-Cities Fairs Cup | 1 | 1969–70 |
4. Manchester City (36 titles):
Manchester City were crowned Champions League Winners for the first time in their history in June 2023 under Pep Guardiola. They faced Inter Milan in the final in Istanbul, a magnificent goal scored by Rodri and that was the only goal that helped City win their first UCL trophy.
In that 2022/23 season, Guardiola's lads managed to win the FA Cup and the League title, as they completed a historic treble, which helped them become one of most successful teams of the current era.
The Citizens have now moved above Chelsea and into fourth position when it comes to the most successful club in England. However they are still 12 trophies behind Arsenal and have a long way to catch their local rival Manchester United.
Their recent success and trophy run is the reason that they are one of the most successful clubs in England.
Breakdown of the trophies:
- Premier League: 10 titles
- UEFA Champions League: 1 title
- FIFA Club World Cup: 1 title
- UEFA Super Cup: 1 title
- FA Cup: 7 titles
- Carabao Cup: 8 titles
- English Super Cup: 7 titles
- English 2nd Tier League: 7 titles
| Trophy | Number of Titles | Winning Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| Premier League | 10 | 1937, 1968, 2012, 2014, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 |
| UEFA Champions League | 1 | 2022–23 |
| FIFA Club World Cup | 1 | 2023 |
| UEFA Super Cup | 1 | 2023 |
| FA Cup | 7 | 1903–04, 1933–34, 1955–56, 1968–69, 2010–11, 2018–19, 2022-23 |
| Carabao Cup | 8 | 1970, 1976, 2014, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 |
| English Super Cup | 7 | 1937, 1968, 1973, 2012, 2019, 2020, 2025 |
| English 2nd Tier League | 7 | 1898–1999, 1901–02, 1909–10, 1927-28, 1946–47, 1965-66, 2001–02 |
5. Chelsea (34 titles):
Chelsea had enjoyed moderate success before the Russian clique Roman Abramovich took over the club in July 2003. Few domestic cup successes were still impressive to have in the trophy cabinet.
In 2004, Roman Abramovich appointed Portuguese manager, Jose Mourinho, which was the real turning point for the Blues' success. Their dominance under the Mourinho was enough to declare the Blues as one of the biggest in Europe and England.
The Portuguese manager was the first boss of the Blues, who got an extremely healthy transfer budget at Stamford Bridge. He won two Premier League titles in his two back-to-back seasons in West London.
Since then, Chelsea have won the trophy a further two times, as well as two Champions Leagues.
Breakdown of the Chelsea's trophies:
- Premier League: 6 titles
- UEFA Champion League: 2 titles
- FIFA Club World Cup: 1 title
- UEFA Super Cup: 2 titles
- Europa League: 2 titles
- Cup Winners Cup: 2 titles
- FA Cup: 8 titles
- Carabao Cup: 5 titles
- English Super Cup: 4 titles
- English 2nd tier League: 2 titles
| Trophy | Number of Titles | Winning Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| Premier League | 6 | 1954–55, 2004–05, 2009–10, 2014–15, 2016–17 |
| UEFA Champions League | 2 | 2011–12, 2020–21 |
| FIFA Club World Cup | 1 | 2022 |
| UEFA Super Cup | 2 | 1998, 2021 |
| Europa League | 2 | 2012–13, 2018–19 |
| Cup Winners Cup | 2 | 1997–98, 1970–71 |
| FA Cup | 8 | 1970, 1997, 2000, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2018 |
| Carabao Cup | 5 | 1965–66, 1997–98, 2004–05, 2006–07, 2014–15 |
| English Super Cup | 4 | 1956, 2001, 2006, 2010 |
| English 2nd Tier League | 2 | 1988–89, 1983–84 |
6. Tottenham Hotspurs (26 titles):
Tottenham often find themselves as a joke for rival fans due to their lack of recent success. The last time a major silverware was brought back to the white side of North London was in 2008 after Jonathan Woodgate scored the winning goal in the Carabao Cup final against city rivals, Chelsea.
For the past 15 years, the Spurs have gone through this dry spell with different players and managers. Jose Mourinho, Antonia Conte, and currently Ange Postecoglou, all failed to bring silverware back for Spurs.
Because of their previous glory days, the Spurs are still comfortably in the top 10 of this list with 26 titles and has a tag for being one of the most successful clubs in England.
Breakdown of Spurs' trophies:
- Premier League: 2 titles
- UEFA Cup: 2 titles
- Cup Winners Cup: 1 title
- FA Cup: 8 titles
- English Super Cup: 7 titles
- Carabao Cup:4 titles
- English 2nd-tier League: 2titles
| Trophy | Number of Titles | Winning Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| Premier League | 2 | 1950–51, 1960–61 |
| UEFA Cup | 2 | 1971–72, 1983–84 |
| Cup Winners Cup | 1 | 1962–63 |
| FA Cup | 8 | 1900–01, 1920–21, 1966–67, 1960–61, 1961–62, 1990–91, 1981-82, 1980-81 |
| English Super Cup | 7 | 1921, 1961, 1962, 1967, 1981, 1991, 1952 |
| Carabao Cup | 4 | 1970–71, 1972–73, 1998–99, 2007–08 |
| English 2nd-tier League | 2 | 1949–50, 1919–20 |
7. Aston Villa (25 titles):
Aston Villa are in the 7th position with 25 major trophies In their cabinet. The Lions won Most of their trophies in 1980s and 90s which help them to rank high in this list.
Some modern fans may be unaware that Aston Villa lifted the European Cup (Champions League) in 1982. Villa is a giant club with a long history, they lifted seven Premier League trophies, with the last coming in 1981.
However in most recent years the villa fans have not been able to test any success. Hopefully Unai Emery and his lads will be able to bring back glorious days shortly to Villa Park.
Breakdown of Aston Villa's trophies:
- Premier League: 7 titles
- UEFA Champions League: 1 title
- UEFA Super Cup: 1 title
- FA Cup: 7 titles
- Carabao Cup: 5 titles
- English Super Cup: 1 title
- English 2nd tier League: 2 titles
| Trophy | Number of Titles | Winning Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| Premier League | 7 | 1893–94, 1895–96, 1896–97, 1898-99, 1899-2000, 1909-10, 1980-81 |
| UEFA Champions League | 1 | 1981–82 |
| UEFA Super Cup | 1 | 1982 |
| FA Cup | 7 | 1887, 1894, 1896, 1904, 1912, 1920, 1957 |
| Carabao Cup | 5 | 1961, 1975, 1977, 1994, 1996 |
| English Super Cup | 1 | 1982 |
| English 2nd Tier League | 2 | 1938, 1960 |
8. Everton (24 titles):
Everton, the city rival of the Premier League giants, Liverpool, have not won anything since 1995. The Merseyside Club lifted the FA Cup at the end of the 1994/95 season. A defeat in the final of the same competition against Chelsea in 2009 is the closest the Merseyside Club have come till then.
Despite not much of Success in the recent times , Everton with 24 titles is one of the ten most successful clubs in England at the moment .
The club has Nine Premier League titles as well as five FA Cups. They may not have any European Cup in their best days, but they have conquered a Club World Cup title.
Breakdown of Everton's trophies:
- Premier League: 9 titles
- Cup Winners Cup: 1 title
- FA Cup: 5 titles
- English Super Cup: 9 titles
- English 2nd-tier League: 1 title
| Trophy | Number of Titles | Winning Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| Premier League | 9 | 1890–91, 1927–28, 1931–32, 1938–39, 1962–63, 1969–70, 1984–85, 1986–87, 1914–15 |
| Cup Winners Cup | 1 | 1984–85 |
| FA Cup | 5 | 1905–06, 1932–33, 1965–66, 1983–84, 1994–95 |
| English Super Cup | 9 | 1928, 1932, 1964, 1970, 1984, 1985, 1987, 1988, 1995 |
| English 2nd-tier League | 1 | 1930–31 |
9. Newcastle United (14):
Newcastle United also make the top 10 of this list. It would not be a surprise if the Magpies go on to add a few more trophies to their tally in the next few years given the wealth of their Owners.
Eddie Howe's men came so close to adding an EFL Cup to their cabinet in 2023 but were defeated in the final against Manchester United putting an end to their trophy dream since 1999 FA Cup.
Despite the recent disappointment, the trophies and histories are enough to declare them as England's one of the most successful clubs.
Back in the day Newcastle won 4 Premier League titles in 1904,1907, 1909, and 1927. During that late 1800s and early 1900s they were one of the most successful teams in England with 6 FA Cups and a few English Super Cup titles.
Breakdown of Newcastle United's trophies:
- Premier League: 4 titles
- FA Cup: 6 titles
- English Super Cup: 2 titles
- Intertoto- Cup: 1 title
- English 2nd-tier League: 4 titles
- Inter-Cities Fairs Cup: 1 title
| Trophy | Number of Titles | Winning Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| Premier League | 4 | 1927, 1909, 1907, 1904 |
| FA Cup | 6 | 1855, 1852, 1832, 1850, 1924, 1910 |
| English Super Cup | 2 | 1909, 1907 |
| Intertoto Cup | 1 | 1907 |
| English 2nd-tier League | 4 | 1865, 1892, 2010, 2017 |
| Inter-Cities Fairs Cup | 1 | 1969 |
10. Nottingham Forest: (13 titles)
Nottingham Forest was previously a brilliant team, and their status as a giant club remains to this day. Their demotion to second division and third division has not been enough to bring down the reputation of the two-time UEFA Champions League Winners.
Brian Clough, the former Nottingham boss, was the reason behind their European and domestic glories in the 1977/78 season. Post their one and only Premier League title, they conquered Europe in the next season and followed that up by defending the title as well.
But, post Clough's days were over, they were relegated from the Premier League in 1993 after reaching the 1991 FA Cup final and 1992 League Cup final. Though they came back in the following year, but was relegated again in 1997 and 1999.
After winning the 2022 championship title they were promoted back to Premier League for the first time since the 1998–99 season. Now, this season under Nuno Espírito Santo, they are one of the title contenders.
Breakdown of Nottingham Forest's trophies:
- Premier League: 1 title
- UEFA Champions League: 2 titles
- UEFA Super Cup: 1 title
- FA Cup: 2 titles
- Carabao Cup: 4 titles
- English Super Cup: 1 title
- English 2nd-tier League: 3 titles
- English 3rd-tier League: 1 title
| Trophy | Number of Titles | Winning Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| Premier League | 1 | 1977-78 |
| UEFA Champions League | 2 | 1980, 1979 |
| UEFA Super Cup | 1 | 1980 |
| FA Cup | 2 | 1898, 1859 |
| Carabao Cup | 4 | 1990, 1989, 1979, 1978 |
| English Super Cup | 1 | 1979 |
| English 2nd-tier League | 3 | 1998, 1922, 1907 |
| English 3rd-tier League | 1 | 1950 |
11. Wolverhampton Wanderers: (13 trophies)
The most successful period of Wolves was in the 1950s as the club won three Premier Leagues and a FA Cup. There was even talk that Wolves was one of the Biggest Clubs in English Football during that period.
From 1954 to 1960 they won 3 Premier League titles and were runners-up in other three seasons.
In the 21st century, they lifted lower league titles three times. They conquered the second and third division thrice in this century and have been in and out of Premier League quite a few times.
Breakdown of Wolve's trophies:
- Premier League: 3 titles
- FA Cup: 4 titles
- English Super Cup: 4 titles
- Carabao Cup: 2 titles
- English 2nd-tier League: 4 titles
- English 3rd-tier League: 2 titles
- English 4th-tier League: 1 title
- Football Heritage Trophy: 1 title
| Trophy | Number of Titles | Winning Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| Premier League | 3 | 1959, 1958, 1954 |
| FA Cup | 4 | 1893, 1908, 1949, 1960 |
| English Super Cup | 4 | 1950, 1955, 1960, 1961 |
| Carabao Cup | 2 | 1974, 1980 |
| English 2nd-tier League | 4 | 1932, 1977, 2009, 2018 |
| English 3rd-tier League | 2 | 1989, 2014 |
| English 4th-tier League | 1 | 1988 |
| Football Heritage Trophy | 1 | 1988 |
12. Blackburn Rovers: (12 titles)
Blackburn Rovers fans now have to deal with the life in the second tier of English Football. However, they remain one of the most successful clubs in England in terms of major trophies.
It has been over a decade now in the second-tier league for them. But in the past, they were one of the best teams in England.
Rover's last Premier League title was in the 1994/95 season when they beat Manchester United in the league and managed to get their first league glory after many years. Premier League's highest goal scorer Alan Shearer was part of that team as well.
They have three Premier League titles in their cabinet to go with 6 FA cup triumphs as well.
Breakdown of their trophies:
- Premier League: 3 titles
- FA Cup: 6 titles
- Carabao Cup: 1 title
- English Super Cup: 1 title
- English 2nd-tier League: 1 title
- English 3rd-tier League: 1 title
| Trophy | Number of Titles | Winning Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| Premier League | 3 | 1912, 1914, 1995 |
| FA Cup | 6 | 1928, 1891, 1890, 1886, 1885, 1884 |
| Carabao Cup | 1 | 2002 |
| English Super Cup | 1 | 1913 |
| English 2nd-tier League | 1 | 1938-39 |
| English 3rd-tier League | 1 | 1974-75 |
13. Sunderland (10 titles):
Sunderland is the second team to make the list which is currently not in the top tier of English football. The Black Cats are jumping between the First and the second leagues of English football since the 2000s.
It could be a shock for many that Sunderland won the Premier League six times and Two FA Cups to make a count of eight major trophies in their cabinet. Sunderland won the Second division league as many as five times to get promoted back to the Premier League.
In recent years, they won the Football League Trophy or the EFL Trophy in 2021 as their only trophy in last 17 years.
Breakdown of the trophies:
- Premier League: 6 titles
- FA Cup: 2 titles
- English Super Cup: 1 title
- English 2nd-Tier League: 5 titles
- English 3rd- Tier League: 1 title
- Football League trophy: 1 title
| Trophy | Number of Titles | Winning Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| Premier League | 6 | 1892, 1893, 1894, 1902, 1913, 1936 |
| FA Cup | 2 | 1936–37, 1972–73 |
| English Super Cup | 1 | 1937 |
| English 2nd-Tier League | 5 | 1976, 1996, 1999, 2005, 2007 |
| English 3rd-Tier League | 1 | 1987–88 |
| Football League Trophy | 1 | 2020-21 |
14. Leeds United: (9 trophies)
Leeds United, founded in 1919, is a historic football club known for its resilience and passionate fanbase. Leeds United is the third club in this list, that is not in the topflight of English Football at the moment.
Leeds won three Premier League titles, an FA Cup, and a Carabao Cup along with a few Super Cups and Second Division titles to finish 14th among the English clubs with most major trophies.
Breakdown of the trophies:
- Premier League: 3 titles
- FA Cup: 1 title
- English Super Cup: 2 titles
- Carabao Cup: 1 title
- English 2nd-Tier League: 4 titles
- Inter-Cities Fairs Cup: 2 titles
| Trophy | Number of Titles | Winning Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| Premier League | 3 | 1992, 1974, 1969 |
| FA Cup | 1 | 1972 |
| English Super Cup | 2 | 1970, 1993 |
| Carabao Cup | 1 | 1968 |
| English 2nd-Tier League | 4 | 2020, 1990, 1964, 1924 |
| Inter-Cities Fairs Cup | 2 | 1968, 1971 |
15. West Bromwich Albion (9 titles):
West Bromwich Albion or West Borm Are one of the most historical football clubs in World Football. They were the founding member of the English Football League which is the oldest Football League in the world.
In 1920, They won their first and only Premier League title and since then have spent many years in the first and second division of English football. Their last major trophy was in 1968 when they lifted the fa Cup title.
However they won their last trophy was the Second Tier League title in 2007-08 season.
Breakdown of the trophies:
- Premier League: 1 title
- FA Cup: 5 titles
- English Super Cup: 2 titles
- Carabao Cup: 1 title
- English 2nd- Tier League: 3 titles
| Trophy | Number of Titles | Winning Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| Premier League | 1 | 1920 |
| FA Cup | 5 | 1888, 1892, 1931, 1954, 1968 |
| English Super Cup | 2 | 1920, 1955 |
| Carabao Cup | 1 | 1966 |
| English 2nd-Tier League | 3 | 1902, 1911, 2008 |
These Cubs symbolize the heart of English football, with each contribution to the sport's rich tapestry. Whether it's Manchester United's worldwide appeal, Liverpool's European heroics, or histories of a few second-division clubs, every club's success is worth celebrating.
Note: The content was written by Swastik Debnath and was edited and contributed by Koushik Biswas later.