Last updated : Sunday, 30 June 2024
Northern League Football League
The Northern League Football League is a regional football league in England. It is the ninth tier of the English football league system and is administered by the Northern League. The league was founded in 1889 and currently consists of 22 clubs.
History
The Northern League was founded in 1889 by a group of clubs in the north-east of England. The inaugural season saw 12 clubs compete, with Sunderland winning the title. The league has undergone a number of changes over the years, including the introduction of promotion and relegation in 1921.
The Northern League has been home to some of the most successful clubs in English football history, including Sunderland, Newcastle United, and Middlesbrough. The league has also produced a number of famous players, including Alan Shearer, Peter Beardsley, and Gary Speed.
Current season
The current season of the Northern League is the 2022-23 season. The league is currently being led by Darlington FC, who have won 18 of their 21 matches so far. The other teams in the top five are Blyth Spartans, South Shields, Marske United, and Whitby Town.
Sources
- Northern League Football League website
- Wikipedia article on the Northern League Football League
- BBC Sport article on the Northern League Football League
