If you are interested in English professional footy, but don't have the time to read about the history of the game, then this editorial ought to come to your rescue! Here's a fast guide to the largest clubs in England.
Let's start with Manchester United. Having won multiple domestic titles, they are without a doubt the most successful footy club of recent years. Their manager, Sir Alex Ferguson, is of the finest managers ever to grace the game. Famous players of the recent past include David Beckham, Ryan Giggs & Roy Keane.
United, as they are known by their own fans, were the first English team to win the European Cup. At that time, their team included George Best, Bobby Charlton & Dennis Law.
Of their great rivals is Liverpool, the club who dominated domestic & European footy in the 1970's & 1980's. Having won European Cups, Liverpool is the most successful English club in terms of success in European competition. Manchester United has now replaced them in terms of domestic title wins.
Famous Liverpool players from their golden period of success included Ian Rush, Kenny Dalglish & Alan Hansen. In recent times, famous Liverpool players have included Steven Gerrard & Michael Owen. The latter left the club to pursue a club career in Germany.
Arsenal has been successful for a substantial timeframe & was time known as the "Bank of England" club, reflecting the wealth associated with them. Famous managers included Herbert Chapman & George Graham. The present manager, Arsene Wenger, is now widely accepted as the most successful in the history of the club.
In recent times, Arsenal has had an array of star names, including Thierry Henry, Robert Pires & Cesc Fabregas. Under the management of Graham, they were associated with an excellent defensive record, built on the presence of players such as Tony Adams, Lee Dixon, Nigel Winter burn, Martin Keown, Steve Bould & goalkeeper David Seaman.
Chelsea, though a long-established club, has found most of their success in recent years. They have been able to take advantage of the spending power of owner Roman Abramovich. Key managers of recent years have included Jose Mourinho & Carlo Ancelotti. The owner has been fast to dismiss managers.
Top players that have been associated with the club include Frank Lampard, England captain John Terry & Didier Drogba. Past heroes include Peter Osgood, Ron Harris & Ray Wilkins.
Manchester City, despite having been unsuccessful for a comparatively long timeframe, has recently come in to money. As a result, they can be expected to challenge for the Premier League title under manager Roberto Mancini.
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