FA Cup's Most Victorious Clubs: A Journey Through History

FA Cup's Most Victorious Clubs: A Journey Through History

The FA Cup, the world’s oldest national football competition, has showcased thrilling upsets, standout performances, and legendary victories since 1871. Each year, fans eagerly anticipate the drama, from early-round clashes to the grand final at Wembley Stadium.

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While the FA Cup is famed for its unpredictability, some clubs have consistently excelled, securing numerous victories. These teams have etched their names in football history through sustained excellence. But which clubs have excelled the most in FA Cup history?

Let's explore the most successful FA Cup clubs, alongside a full list of all previous winners.

Here Are The Most Successful FA Cup Teams of All-time

1. Arsenal - 14 FA Cup Titles

Arsenal hold the record for the most FA Cup wins with 14 titles, starting in 1930 and most recently on August 1, 2020, during the early stages of Mikel Arteta's tenure as Gunners manager.

Key managers, including Herbert Chapman, George Graham, and Arsène Wenger, who won seven FA Cups, played pivotal roles. Arsenal’s memorable 2014 comeback win against Hull City, after trailing 2-0, epitomised their never-say-die attitude in the competition.

2. Manchester United - 13 FA Cup Titles

With 13 FA Cup wins in 22 final appearances, Manchester United rank second only to Arsenal.

Spanning eras from Sir Matt Busby to Sir Alex Ferguson, their triumphs include classic finals such as the 2016 extra-time victory over Crystal Palace with Louis van Gaal at the helm and the 2-1 win against Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City during Erik ten Hag’s tenure.

Despite a few surprising defeats, United remain one of the competition’s most decorated clubs

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3. Chelsea - 8 FA Cup Titles

Chelsea have lifted the FA Cup eight times, beginning in 1970. Their true dominance started in the 2000s, with stars like Frank Lampard and Didier Drogba leading them to victory.

Their latest triumph came in 2018, defeating Manchester United in a closely contested final, thanks to an Eden Hazard penalty in the 22nd minute.

3. Tottenham Hotspur - 8 FA Cup Titles

Tottenham Hotspur’s eight FA Cup victories in nine final appearances include their 1901 win as the only non-league team to claim the trophy. Their last FA Cup triumph came in 1991, cementing their status as one of the competition’s most consistent performers.

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3. Liverpool - 8 FA Cup Titles

Despite their dominance in other competitions, Liverpool have also won the FA Cup eight times. Their 2006 victory, known as the "Gerrard Final," where they tied 3-3 with West Ham before winning on penalties, is a historic highlight.

Their most recent FA Cup triumph was in 2022 when Jurgen Klopp's Reds beat Thomas Tuchel's Chelsea 6-5 on penalties at Wembley.

6. Manchester City - 7 FA Cup Titles

Man City have experienced a resurgence in recent years, and with their seven FA Cup victories, they have become a formidable force in English football.

The club's first FA Cup win came in 1904, but their most significant successes have occurred in the 21st century.

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Under Pep Guardiola, City have lifted the trophy twice, with their latest triumph coming in 2023 during their treble-winning campaign, when they beat arch-rivals Man United 2-1. In that same match, Ilkay Gundogan scored the fastest goal in FA Cup history, netting after just 12 seconds on 3 June 2023.

City’s style of play and squad depth make them a favourite in every competition, and their FA Cup victories are a testament to their growth and ambition.

Complete List of FA Cup Winners in History - Leading Champions

Year	Winner
1872	Wanderers
1873	Wanderers
1874	Oxford University
1875	Royal Engineers
1876	Wanderers
1877	Wanderers
1878	Wanderers
1879	Old Etonians
1880	Clapham Rovers
1881	Old Carthusians
1882	Old Etonians
1883	Blackburn Olympic
1884	Blackburn Rovers
1885	Blackburn Rovers
1886	Blackburn Rovers
1887	Aston Villa
1888	West Bromwich Albion
1889	Preston North End
1890	Blackburn Rovers
1891	Blackburn Rovers
1892	West Bromwich Albion
1893	Wolverhampton Wanderers
1894	Notts County
1895	Aston Villa
1896	The Wednesday
1897	Aston Villa
1898	Nottingham Forest
1899	Sheffield United
1900	Bury
1901	Tottenham Hotspur
1902	Sheffield United
1903	Bury
1904	Manchester City
1905	Aston Villa
1906	Everton
1907	The Wednesday
1908	Wolverhampton Wanderers
1909	Manchester United
1910	Newcastle United
1911	Bradford City
1912	Barnsley
1913	Aston Villa
1914	Burnley
1915	Sheffield United
1920	Aston Villa
1921	Tottenham Hotspur
1922	Huddersfield Town
1923	Bolton Wanderers
1924	Newcastle United
1925	Sheffield United
1926	Bolton Wanderers
1927	Cardiff City
1928	Blackburn Rovers
1929	Bolton Wanderers
1930	Arsenal
1931	West Bromwich Albion
1932	Newcastle United
1933	Everton
1934	Manchester City
1935	Sheffield Wednesday
1936	Arsenal
1937	Sunderland
1938	Preston North End
1939	Portsmouth
1946	Derby County
1947	Charlton Athletic
1948	Manchester United
1949	Wolverhampton Wanderers
1950	Arsenal
1951	Newcastle United
1952	Newcastle United
1953	Blackpool
1954	West Bromwich Albion
1955	Newcastle United
1956	Manchester City
1957	Aston Villa
1958	Bolton Wanderers
1959	Nottingham Forest
1960	Wolverhampton Wanderers
1961	Tottenham Hotspur
1962	Tottenham Hotspur
1963	Manchester United
1964	West Ham United
1965	Liverpool
1966	Everton
1967	Tottenham Hotspur
1968	West Bromwich Albion
1969	Manchester City
1970	Chelsea
1971	Arsenal
1972	Leeds United
1973	Sunderland
1974	Liverpool
1975	West Ham United
1976	Southampton
1977	Manchester United
1978	Ipswich Town
1979	Arsenal
1980	West Ham United
1981	Tottenham Hotspur
1982	Tottenham Hotspur
1983	Manchester United
1984	Everton
1985	Manchester United
1986	Liverpool
1987	Coventry City
1988	Wimbledon
1989	Liverpool
1990	Manchester United
1991	Tottenham Hotspur
1992	Liverpool
1993	Arsenal
1994	Manchester United
1995	Everton
1996	Manchester United
1997	Chelsea
1998	Arsenal
1999	Manchester United
2000	Chelsea
2001	Liverpool
2002	Arsenal
2003	Arsenal
2004	Manchester United
2005	Arsenal
2006	Liverpool
2007	Chelsea
2008	Portsmouth
2009	Chelsea
2010	Chelsea
2011	Manchester City
2012	Chelsea
2013	Wigan Athletic
2014	Arsenal
2015	Arsenal
2016	Manchester United
2017	Arsenal
2018	Chelsea
2019	Manchester City
2020	Arsenal
2021	Leicester City
2022	Liverpool
2023	Manchester City
2024	Manchester United
2025	Crystal Palace

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