Last updated : Monday, 22 April 2024
Romford and District Football League
The Romford and District Football League is an amateur football league based in Romford, London. It was founded in 1905 and is the oldest Saturday league in Essex.
History
The league was founded in 1905 and originally consisted of just four teams. It has since grown to over 50 teams and is divided into four divisions.
The league has been home to some notable clubs over the years, including Romford Town, who played in the Isthmian League Premier Division in the 1970s and 1980s.
The league has also produced a number of professional footballers, including former England internationals John Barnes and Paul Gascoigne.
Current season
The current season is the 2022-23 season. The league is currently being sponsored by Roneo Colts.
The current champions are Emerson United, who won the title in the 2021-22 season.
Sources
- Romford & DFL Twitter account
- Romford & District Football League on TeamStats
- Romford & District League history on Football Club History Database
