London is one of the most populous cities in the world, and it’s no surprise that it has a rich history of soccer. With over a dozen professional teams, London is home to some of the most iconic and successful clubs in English soccer. Let’s take a closer look at some of the top soccer teams that call London their home.
Arsenal
One of the most famous and successful teams in English soccer, Arsenal was founded in 1886 and has been based at its current stadium, Emirates Stadium since 2006. The team has won multiple league titles, FA Cups, and European trophies over the years. Arsenal is known for its attacking style of play and has produced some legendary players like Thierry Henry.
Chelsea
Chelsea is another top team that calls London home. The team was founded in 1905 and has won multiple league titles, FA Cups, and European trophies over the years.
Chelsea’s home stadium is Stamford Bridge, which has been its base since 1905. The team is known for its strong defense and physical style of play.
Tottenham Hotspur
Tottenham Hotspur or Spurs as they are commonly known were founded in 1882. The club’s home stadium is Tottenham Hotspur Stadium which opened in April 2019 after a two-year construction project to replace White Hart Lane. Spurs have won multiple league titles and have a strong rivalry with Arsenal.
West Ham United
Founded in 1895 as Thames Ironworks FC before becoming West Ham United FC in 1900, this East London team plays at London Stadium since moving there in August 2016 from their former Boleyn Ground or Upton Park stadium. West Ham United have won multiple FA Cups over the years.
Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace was founded in 1905 and plays its home games at Selhurst Park, South London. The team has had some success over the years, including reaching the FA Cup final in 1990 and the League Cup final in 2016.
AFC Wimbledon
AFC Wimbledon is a relatively new team, having been founded in 2002 following the controversial move of the original Wimbledon FC to Milton Keynes. The team currently plays its home games at Plough Lane, which was recently renovated and reopened for use.
Conclusion
London is home to some of the most iconic soccer teams in English soccer history. With a rich history and passionate fan bases, these teams continue to captivate audiences around the world. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just starting to get into soccer, these London-based teams are definitely worth keeping an eye on.