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Football in Britain

Football is the most popular spectator sport in Britain, and the Premier League is one of the best leagues in the world with great goals, silky-smooth skills, and tough tackles on display every week. Here you'll find out more about the history of the Premier League, where you can play football in Britain, and we've even got some great football itineraries for you to follow.

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Britain - the home of football

It is often said that Britain is the home of football and claims to have invented the sport. Find out why? 

Britain - the home of football


Arsenal v Wigan Athletic Barclays Premier League - Emirates Stadium - Cesc Fabregas (2nd L) scores Arsenal's fourth goal Credit: Action Images / John Sibley

Quirky Facts

Who is the oldest club in the world? Who invented goal nets? Find out more here.

Quirky Facts
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Clubs

Clubs

Use our interactive club map to find out more about your favourite Barclays Premier League club.
Clubs
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Premier League history

It's the most watched and most lucrative football league in the world. Find out more about the history of the Premier League here.

Premier League history
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Quirky Facts

Who is the oldest club in the world? Who invented goal nets? Find out more here.

Quirky Facts
A fan holds tickets before a match © Getty images

Tickets & Email alerts

Want to come to Britain and see your favourite Barclays Premier League club and players in action? Here's how to find tickets.

Tickets & Email alerts