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Which football team held the FA Cup the longest?
Portsmouth
Portsmouth have the distinction of being the football club which has held the FA Cup trophy for the longest uninterrupted period – seven years. Portsmouth had defeated Wolverhampton Wanderers 4–1 in the 1939 FA Cup Final and were awarded the trophy as 1938–39 FA Cup winners.
Which is bigger Southampton or Portsmouth?
The Saints and Pompey are teams separated by years and years of inter-city conflict. In-terms of stadium capacity, Southampton’s St Marys has a capacity of 32,500, whilst Portsmouth’s Fratton Park has a capacity of 20,123 – so the Saints win in this respect.
What does Skate mean in Portsmouth?
Skates was chosen as the derisive alternative to “matelot” to describe naval sailors, Portsmouth being the home of the Royal Navy. In fact, Skate is an abusive term originating from Portsmouth’s civilian population, a dismissive one aimed at Royal Navy sailors based in the city.
When did Portsmouth lose the FA Cup final?
Portsmouth conceded only one goal en route to the final, during a 2–1 victory over Plymouth Argyle in the fourth round….2008 FA Cup Final.
| Event | 2007–08 FA Cup |
|---|---|
| Cardiff City Portsmouth 0 1 | |
| Date | 17 May 2008 |
| Venue | Wembley Stadium, London |
| Man of the Match | Nwankwo Kanu (Portsmouth) |
How many times have Portsmouth won the league and FA Cup?
Portsmouth have been the top tier League Champions of England twice; in the consecutive 1948–49 and 1949–50 seasons. Portsmouth have won the FA Cup twice; in 1939 and 2008, the FA Charity Shield once in 1949 and the EFL Trophy once in 2019.
When was the last time Portsmouth played in European competition?
Portsmouth have played in European competition for only one season in their history, the 2008–09 UEFA Cup (now UEFA Europa League), a result of winning the 2008 FA Cup Final.
What is the history of the FA Cup Final?
1872 The first final is played between Wanderers and Royal Engineers. 1890 William Townley become the first player to score a hat-trick in an FA Cup final. 1923 The final is for the first time played at Wembley Stadium. 1927 The FA Cup final is for the first time broadcast by BBC.
How many clubs have won the FA Cup in total?
Clubs and FA Cup titles In total, 43 different clubs have won the cup through its history. Manchester United become the first club claming ten titles after winning in 1999. List of clubs that have played in the FA Cup final most times, concerning the period 1872-2020. Table 3.