Dagenham District

Dagenham District Sunday Football League

The Dagenham District Sunday Football League is an amateur football league in East London, England. It was founded in 1921 and currently has over 100 teams competing in its various divisions.

History

The Dagenham & District Sunday Football League was founded in 1921 by a group of local businessmen. The first season saw just six teams competing, but the league quickly grew in popularity and now has over 100 teams.

The league has been home to some of the best amateur footballers in the country over the years, including former England internationals John Barnes and Paul Gascoigne.

Structure

The Dagenham District Sunday Football League is divided into three divisions: Premier Division, Division One, and Division Two. The top four teams in the Premier Division at the end of the season are promoted to the Essex Senior League, while the bottom four teams are relegated to Division One.

The league also has a number of cup competitions, including the Bellamy Cup, the Glad Nichols Memorial Cup, and the Nichols Cup.

Sources

• Dagenham & District Sunday Football League - TeamStats
• Football in Dagenham - Barking and District Historical Society
• Dagenham and District Sunday Football League - Full-Time