Top 10 most successful clubs in England in 2023: trophies and values

Top 10 most successful clubs in England in 2023: trophies and values

Helix Odhiambo, Adrianna Simwa
February 6, 2023 at 6:13 PM

One of the hotly debated topics among English Premier League fans is England's best club over the years. While most people like giving their opinion when arguing such a subject, we need to look at the facts and numbers. Here is a look at the most successful club in England, their total market values and much more.

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With more than 7.9 billion people on earth, the majority follow English football. The country has several teams but with varying degrees of success. So, which are the biggest football clubs in England's history?

Which is the most successful club in England?

Our ranking of the biggest soccer teams in England is based on the trophies won and market value. Most of the top teams in the country play in the English Premier League.

10. Leeds United

most successful club in England
Liam Cooper of Leeds United lifts the trophy in celebration with teammates after the Sky Bet Championship matches between Leeds United and Charlton Athletic at Elland Road. Photo: Michael Regan
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  • Full name: Leeds United Football Club
  • Nickname: The Peacocks, the Whites
  • Founded: 1919
  • League: The English Premier League
  • Owner: Andrea Radrizzani
  • Stadium: Elland Road
  • Capacity: 37,792
  • Trophies: 13
  • Market value: €295.00 million

Despite its long absence from the English Premier League, Leeds United still ranks among England's top ten best teams. After spending over ten years playing Championship football, the team returned to the top flight in 2020. The club has won 13 trophies while its market value is €295.00 million.

9. Nottingham Forest

who has won the most trophies in England
Nottingham Forest players celebrate with the trophy following the Sky Bet Championship Play-Off Final match in London, England. Photo: James Gill - Danehouse
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  • Full name: Nottingham Forest Football Club
  • Nickname: The Reds, the Garibaldi, Forest
  • Founded: 1865
  • League: The English Football League Championship
  • Owner: Evangelos Marinakis
  • Stadium: City Ground
  • Capacity: 30,445
  • Trophies: 15
  • Market value: €337.65 million

Nottingham Forest is considered among the biggest football clubs in the UK because of its achievements. Nottingham plays in the second-tier league, the EFL Championship, and has nearly a million followers on social media. The club currently has 15 trophies, and its market value is €337.65 million.

8. Aston Villa

best team in England
Aston Villa's players pose with the trophy after winning their CBF al-Wahda Challenge Cup exhibition football match against Chelsea at al-Nahyan Stadium in Abu Dhabi. Photo: Ryan Lim
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  • Full name: Aston Villa Football Club
  • Nickname: The Villans, the Lions, the claret and blue
  • Founded: March 1874
  • League: The English Premier League
  • Owners: Nassef Sawiris and Wes Edens
  • Stadium: Villa Park
  • Capacity: 42,785
  • Trophies: 24
  • Market value: €445.60 million

The Premier League side has a rich history with several trophies in its cabinet. Aston Villa is also the most successful team in the Midlands. The Villans have more European Cups totalling 24, and their current market value is €445.60 million.

7. Everton

most successful club in England
Everton goal scorer Paul Rideout holds the trophy aloft as they celebrate with teammates. Photo: Allsport
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  • Full name: Everton Football Club
  • Nickname: The Toffees, the Toffeemen
  • Founded: 1878
  • League: The English Premier League
  • Owner: Farhad Moshiri
  • Stadium: Goodison Park
  • Capacity: 39,572
  • Trophies: 25
  • Market value: €368.10 million

Everton has bagged decent amounts of titles since its formation. The Merseyside team is among six clubs in England that have never been relegated during the Premier League era. The club's current market value is €368.10 million, and it has won 25 trophies.

6. Tottenham Hotspurs

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Players of Tottenham Hotspur lift the trophy after winning the Audi cup 2019 final match between Tottenham Hotspur and Bayern Muenchen at Allianz Arena. Photo: Christian Kaspar-Bartke
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  • Full name: Tottenham Hotspurs Football Club
  • Nickname: Spurs, the Lilywhites
  • Founded: 1882
  • League: The English Premier League
  • Owner: ENIC Group
  • Stadium: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
  • Capacity: 62,850
  • Trophies: 26
  • Market value: €711.30 million

Tottenham Hotspurs is widely known for playing exciting attacking football. It has some of the most talented players on earth. Spurs were the first London club to win a league and cup double in 1961. The club's current market value is €711.30 million. Tottenham has won 26 trophies.

5. Chelsea

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Chelsea celebrates winning the FA Cup. Photo: Mark Leech
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  • Full name: Chelsea Football Club
  • Nickname: The Blues
  • Founded: 10 March 1905
  • League: The English Premier League
  • Owner: Roman Abramovich
  • Stadium: Stamford Bridge
  • Capacity: 41,837
  • Trophies: 34
  • Market value: €1.04 billion

The Blues have cemented themselves among England's strongest teams for many years. It has overcome London rivals Tottenham as the top team in the capital.

How many trophies has Chelsea won? The club has won 34 trophies, and its current market value is €1.04 billion.

4. Manchester City

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Fernandinho of Manchester City lifts the Premier League Trophy with his teammates. Photo: Michael Regan
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  • Full name: Manchester City Football Club
  • Nickname: The Citizens, the Sky Blues
  • Founded: 1880
  • League: The English Premier League
  • Owner: City Football Group
  • Stadium: Etihad Stadium
  • Capacity: 55,097
  • Trophies: 36
  • Market value: €1.05 billion

Besides being the most successful English club in the past decade, Man City also plays a beautiful possession of football admired worldwide. Manchester City has won 36 major honours throughout their history. The club's current market value is €1.05 billion.

3. Arsenal

most successful club in England
Arsenal's Gabonese striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (C) holds the winner's trophy as the team celebrates victory after the English FA Cup final football match. Photo: Adam Davy
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  • Full name: Arsenal Football Club
  • Nickname: The Gunners
  • Founded: 1886
  • League: The English Premier League
  • Owner: Kroenke Sports & Entertainment
  • Stadium: Emirates Stadium
  • Capacity: 60,260
  • Trophies: 47
  • Market value: €803.00 million

One of the biggest football clubs in England by trophies is London's most decorated team, Arsenal. The Gunners also play great football and remain the only club to have won the Premier League unbeaten. The club has won 47 trophies, and its current market value is €803.00 million.

2. Manchester United

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Bruno Fernandes and Erik Ten Hag of Manchester United holding the winners The Match Bangkok Century Cup 2022 trophy during the preseason friendly match. Photo: Matthew Ashton
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  • Full name: Manchester United Football Club
  • Nickname: The Red Devils
  • Founded: 1878
  • League: The English Premier League
  • Owner: Avram, Joel, Kevin, Bryan, Darcie, Edward Glazer
  • Stadium: Old Trafford
  • Capacity: 76,000
  • Trophies: 68
  • Market value: €756.10 million

The Red Devils are undoubtedly the biggest and best team in England. Manchester United has had massive success, legends, and a state-of-the-art stadium. It is also the most valuable football club in England, having won 68 trophies. The club's current market value is €756.10 million.

1. Liverpool

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Alan Medina, captain of Liverpool, lifts the trophy to celebrate with his teammates after winning the match between Nacional and Liverpool at Centenario Stadium. Photo: Agencia Gamba
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  • Full name: Liverpool Football Club
  • Nickname: The Reds
  • Founded: 3 June 1892
  • League: The English Premier League
  • Owner: Fenway Sports Group
  • Stadium: Anfield
  • Capacity: 53,394
  • Trophies: 70
  • Market value: €931.00 million

Who has won the most trophies in England? The Reds rank second in our list of the biggest football clubs in England's fanbase. In addition, Liverpool has the most European trophies among English sides, with 6 European Cups. Most of its players are the best footballers in history.

How many trophies has Liverpool won in total? Liverpool's trophies in total are 70 since it was established. The club's current market value is €931.00 million.

Which club has the highest trophy in England?

The following table shows the number of trophies and the market value of England's most successful clubs.

Club name

Trophies won

Market value

Liverpool Football Club

70

€931.00 million

Manchester United Football Club

68

€756.10 million

Arsenal Football Club

47

€803.00 million

Manchester City Football Club

36

€1.05 billion

Chelsea Football Club

34

€1.04 billion

Tottenham Hotspurs Football Club

26

€711.30 million

Everton Football Club

25

€368.10 million

Aston Villa Football Club

24

€445.60 million

Nottingham Forest Football Club

15

€337.65 million

Leeds United Football Club

13

€295.00 million

The most successful club in England is accustomed to winning trophies. The club's great success can be attributed to the strong foundation the club has built since its inception, the head coach and a team of players who are always dedicated to delivering the best.

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