Top 10 Most Successful English Football Clubs by Major Trophies in 2026

Top 10 English Football Clubs with the Most Major Trophies in 2026

English football means more than just a sport to millions; it’s a passion, culture, and weekly tradition. Fans gather in packed venues or debate late into the night about their favourite teams. One question often arises: which clubs have truly been the most successful in English football history?

This ranking focuses strictly on major trophies such as league titles, FA Cups, League Cups, and European honours to list the top 10 most decorated English clubs as of 2026.

10. Blackburn Rovers – 10 Major Trophies

Blackburn Rovers hold 10 major trophies including three league titles and six FA Cups. Their standout moment was winning the Premier League in the 1994–95 season under Kenny Dalglish, surprising many around the football world.

9. Newcastle United – 11 Major Trophies

Newcastle United boast 11 major honours. Their early success featured four league titles and six FA Cups. Recently, they won the 2024/25 Carabao Cup after beating Liverpool in the final.

8. Everton – 15 Major Trophies

Everton's achievements include nine league championships and a European Cup Winners’ Cup. The club has a special place among Nigerian fans, partly thanks to Yakubu Aiyegbeni, who became a fan favourite at Goodison Park for his goal-scoring prowess.

7. Tottenham Hotspur – 18 Major Trophies

Tottenham Hotspur’s trophy cabinet features four league titles, eight FA Cups, one UEFA Cup Winners' Cup, and three UEFA Cup / UEFA Europa League trophies. They were the first English club to complete the modern-era double in 1961.

6. Aston Villa – 20 Major Trophies

Aston Villa has amassed over 20 major honours including seven league titles, seven FA Cups, five League Cups, and the 1982 European Cup (now the Champions League). Their last major win was the League Cup in 1996. Other notable successes include the 1982 European Super Cup and the 2001 Intertoto Cup.

5. Chelsea – 30 Major Trophies

Chelsea emerged as one of England’s most successful clubs, especially in the 21st century, with 30 major trophies. Highlights include six league titles, eight FA Cups, five League Cups, two UEFA Champions Leagues (2012, 2021), two UEFA Europa Leagues, two UEFA Cup Winners' Cups, two UEFA Super Cups, the 2025 UEFA Conference League, and two FIFA Club World Cups.

4. Arsenal – 30 Major Trophies

Arsenal is known for style and consistency. Their unbeaten 2003–04 season under Arsène Wenger remains iconic. The Gunners have 30 major trophies, including 13 league titles, a record 14 FA Cups, two League Cups, and one European Cup Winners' Cup.

3. Manchester City – 35 Major Trophies

Manchester City has redefined success in recent years under Pep Guardiola. The club holds over 35 major honours, featuring 10 league titles (including a record four consecutive), seven FA Cups, eight League Cups, and the 2023 Champions League win that completed a historic Treble and Quintuple.

2. Manchester United – 44 Major Trophies

Manchester United’s dominance, particularly under Sir Alex Ferguson, shaped modern English football. The club has 44 major trophies, including 20 league titles, 13 FA Cups, six League Cups, three European Cups/Champions Leagues, plus the Europa League, Cup Winners' Cup, and FIFA Club World Cup. Their 1999 Treble remains legendary.

1. Liverpool – 52 Major Trophies

Liverpool tops the list as the most successful English club with 52 major honours. These include a record-tying 20 league titles, six European Cups, eight FA Cups, and a record 10 League Cups. Their latest big achievement was clinching the Premier League title in 2025.

Summary List of Major Trophies by Club

• Blackburn Rovers: 10 major trophies (3 league titles, 6 FA Cups)
• Newcastle United: 11 major trophies (4 league titles, 6 FA Cups, 1 Carabao Cup)
• Everton: 15 major trophies (9 league titles, 1 European Cup Winners’ Cup)
• Tottenham Hotspur: 18 major trophies (4 league titles, 8 FA Cups, 1 UEFA Cup Winners' Cup, 3 UEFA Cups)
• Aston Villa: 20 major trophies (7 league titles, 7 FA Cups, 5 League Cups, 1 European Cup)
• Chelsea: 30 major trophies (6 league titles, 8 FA Cups, 5 League Cups, 2 UEFA Champions Leagues, others)
• Arsenal: 30 major trophies (13 league titles, 14 FA Cups, 2 League Cups, 1 European Cup Winners' Cup)
• Manchester City: 35 major trophies (10 league titles, 7 FA Cups, 8 League Cups, 1 Champions League)
• Manchester United: 44 major trophies (20 league titles, 13 FA Cups, 6 League Cups, 3 Champions Leagues, others)
• Liverpool: 52 major trophies (20 league titles, 6 European Cups, 8 FA Cups, 10 League Cups)

All stats are sourced from Transfermarkt.