Leicester Church League

Last updated : Wednesday, 17 April 2024

The Leicester Church League is an amateur football league in Leicester, England. It was founded in 1904 and currently has over 100 teams competing in it. The league is divided into four divisions: Premier Division, Division One, Division Two, and Division Three.

History

The Leicester Church League was founded in 1904 by a group of clergymen who wanted to provide a sporting outlet for young people in the city. The league initially had just four teams, but it has since grown to over 100 teams.

The league has been home to some notable players over the years, including former England internationals Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer. Lineker played for the St Margaret's side in the 1970s, while Shearer played for the St Peter's side in the 1980s.

Divisions

The Leicester Church League is divided into four divisions: Premier Division, Division One, Division Two, and Division Three. The Premier Division is the top division, and it is currently contested by 12 teams. Division One has 16 teams, Division Two has 14 teams, and Division Three has 12 teams.

The teams in each division play each other home and away, and the top two teams in each division are promoted to the next division at the end of the season. The bottom two teams in each division are relegated to the next division.

Cup competitions

The Leicester Church League also runs a number of cup competitions, including the League Cup, the Challenge Cup, and the Charity Cup. The League Cup is open to all teams in the league, while the Challenge Cup is open to teams in the Premier Division and Division One. The Charity Cup is open to teams in the Premier Division, Division One, and Division Two.