Most Successful Club in England | Top 10 English Football Clubs Ranked

Football is more than just a game, it’s a way of life that helps bring people together from every corner of the world. Some of the biggest football clubs in the English football circuit have been around for over a hundred years, which has made them more than just a club, an emotion. With passionate fans following from around the globe, these clubs have become like a family for their supporters. When you walk into stadiums like Old Trafford or Anfield, you can feel the history or legacy through their vocal fans vibing throughout the arena. Each club in England has its own special stories and style of play.

From Manchester United, who have won the joint most league titles in the history of the English Premier League, to Liverpool, the brand of football which inspired their fans thanks to their amazing European nights. But what makes these clubs truly special is how they connect with people’s hearts. With both Liverpool and Manchester United locked in a fierce rivalry to mark their dominance in the English football circuit, it’s the Reds who hold a slight edge with 47 trophies against their rival Man United with 44 trophies. Chelsea and Manchester City have grown their influence and dominance in the league and domestic competitions over the last 2 decades. Let’s take a look at the final list we’ve compiled after a detailed analysis considering several key factors such as league titles won by them, international or European trophies won, domestic championships, overall win percentage, and tournament final records.

Note: We have considered major tournaments such as the Premier League, the FA Cup, the Carabao Cup, the Community Shield, the UEFA Champions League, the UEFA Europa League, the UEFA Super Cup, and the FIFA Club World Cup.

Criteria to Rank the Most Successful English Club

League Titles: The primary ranking factor that we have included while making our list of the most successful clubs in England is the number of league titles won by each club and how successfully yet dominating they have been.

European Titles: The second parameter that we have considered while compiling this list of the most successful football club in England is the number of European titles or trophies won by these clubs, such as the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Conference League, FIFA Club World Cup, and many more.

Major Domestic Cups: The third factor that we have considered is their dominance in the domestic competitions by these English clubs, notably the FA Cup & Carabao Cup.

Overall Win Percentage: The last parameter we have considered is the overall win percentage of these clubs (we have considered the last 5 years’ data available) which has helped us in ranking these teams by providing data on their dominance during home and away fixtures.

Top 10 Most Successful Club in England

Who is the Most Successful Club in England?

10. Blackburn

At number 10, we have the founding member of both the Football League and the English Premier League, Blackburn Rovers. The team has won 10 major trophies, including 3 league titles (1912, 1914, and 1995), 6 FA Cups and 1 League Cup. They have been struggling to get back to the first division for over a decade now, with their last appearances being in the 2011-12 season. And their most recent success came during the League Cup victory in 2002.

They have played over 230 matches in the last 5 years, with a win percentage of 56.74%. Blackburn has won 104 matches while losing 73. The Riversiders have played 15 finals in their rich history, where they have come out on in 9 occasions while tasting defeat 6 times. Some of the well-known head coaches have managed Blackburn, including Roy Hodgson, Brann Kidd, Mark Hughes, and Sam Allardyce. Although they have struggled in recent times, they still remain as one of the most successful clubs in England.

9. Newcastle United

Would you have believed if we told you that Newcastle United defeated Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final? No, Right? Well, that has been the case for them; they won a major title after a long wait of seven decades, which has helped them climb up the ranks in our list. The Magpies’ most successful period in their history was during the 1930s and 1950s, when they won several leagues and cups.

From Kevin Keegan to Eddie Howe, several top coaches came to manage, but only a select few succeeded in leading the club to glory. With 12 trophies to their name, they have played 23 finals, winning 9 while losing 14. Newcastle United have played 189 matches in the last 5 years, winning 82 while losing 62, with a win percentage of 55.29.

8. Everton

In 8th place, we have one of the world’s oldest football clubs, Everton, which claimed its first league title in 1891. But speaking of trophy droughts, the Blues haven’t lifted a single trophy since 1995. Although they have won 15 trophies, they have struggled to add a few more to the haul on many occasions.

Having won nine Premier League titles, 5 FA Cups, and one Cup Winners’ Cup, they have been one of the most successful club in England. Their most dominant season was during the 1986-87 season, when they won the First Division title with 86 points in 42 games. Since then, they’ve struggled to maintain a fair position in the league table. Everton has played 14 tournament finals, winning 6 and losing 8.

7. Tottenham Hotspur

Many jokes and banters were thrown at them by rival team fans due to their poor performances and lack of trophies in recent years. But they have finally silenced their critics with the UEFA Europa League trophy, which they won against Man United in 2025. Players were seen happily displaying a banner, ‘Usually in my second season I win things,’ a banter for their manager.

They ended their 17-year trophy drought and took their trophy tally to 18. The Lilywhites have won 2 First Division titles, 8 FA Cups, 4 League Cups, 3 UEFA Europa League (UEFA Cup), and one Cup Winners’ Cup. Not many remember, but they were the first British side to win the European Cup (which they won in 1963).

6. Aston Villa

Moving further ahead on our list, we have Aston Villa, who find themselves in 6th position with 20 trophies. The Villans are one of the oldest football teams in the world and have found plenty of success in their history. Their most successful era was before 1910, winning 6 First Division titles and before 1920, they won 6 FA Cups, marking their best era for domestic cups.

Many fans may be unaware, but Villa won their first European trophy in the 1981-82 season, when they won the UEFA Champions League against Bayern Munich and became one of the six English clubs to achieve this. Aston Villa have played 22 tournament finals, of which they have won 14 while losing 8.

5. Chelsea

One of the most successful clubs in England in recent decades, Chelsea is often mocked and ridiculed for having been founded in 2004 after a Russian billionaire, Roman Abramovich, took over. While many people may disagree but the majority of their success came after 2004, winning 5 Premier League titles, 5 FA Cups, 3 Carabao Cups, 2 UEFA Champions League, 2 UEFA Europa League, and more.

With 30 trophies, Chelsea is one of the most successful football clubs in England. Many great names like Jose Mourinho, Antonio Conte, Rafael Benitez, Gianluca Vialli, and more managed the Blues and guided them to many trophies. Chelsea’s most dominant season came during the 2004/05 season when they recorded the most away wins (15), the most clean sheets (25), and won a double of League Cup and League title under ‘The Special One’.

4. Manchester City

Since the Abu Dhabi takeover in 2008, Manchester City hasn’t looked back. The Cityzens spent most of their time moving back and forth in the English division before establishing themselves as one of the best as well as most successful club in England. Their treble-winning season saw them break many records, from most points to fewest defeats.

But their most iconic season for their fans will forever be the 2011/12 campaign, when Sergio Aguero scored a last-minute winner to secure Man City’s first league title since 1968 after a close battle against Sir Alex Ferguson-led Man United. Since 2008, Man City has won 24 major trophies, be it domestic or international.

3. Arsenal

Arsenal is one of the most successful teams in England, with 46 trophies to their name. The Gunners hold the record for most FA Cup trophies in the history of the competition (14). Although they haven’t lifted a single major trophy over the last two decades. But their impressive success under Arsene Wenger-led Arsenal, filled with legends notably Thierry Henry, Patrick Vieira, and Robert Pires, who went on to win the Premier League title undefeated, and was given the nickname of ‘Invincibles’.

In the last decade, Arsenal has won 5 FA Cups and 4 Community Shields, with the most recent victory being under Mikel Arteta. But ask an Arsenal fan, he will tell you stories about what an era it was under Arsene Wenger, winning more than 17 trophies at the club and cementing his place as one of the best managers.

2. Manchester United

What a club Manchester United was under Sir Alex Ferguson and every United fan will be forever grateful for the amount of success and trophies he brought to the club during his unbelievable 27-year-long managerial stint. At Old Trafford, the Scottish manager won over 35 honours, including 13 Premier League titles and two UEFA Champions Leagues.

From being the record holder for winning the most Premier League titles to now joint-most league titles, summarize how dreadful they have been in the league for over a decade now. They last won the league title during the 2012-13, and this season, they’re in their worst ever league position. The Red Devils won their only treble during the iconic 1998-99 season, winning, League, the FA Cup, and the UEFA Champions League.

1. Liverpool

Who else but Liverpool to top our list as the most successful club in England. With the record-equalling league title in the 2024-25 season, they are the English club with the most major trophies won (68). Now level with United in most titles, Liverpool holds the record for the most League Cup titles. Jürgen Klopp started an era, gluing players and establishing themselves as the top contenders in the league to Arne Slot guiding them to record record-equalling victory is like a cherry on top for Liverpool supporters.

With more than 65 trophies to their name, they have been one of the most dominant and successful English clubs in history. They have won 20 Premier League titles, 8 FA Cup trophies, 10 League Cups, 6 Champions League trophies, and 3 Europa League trophies.