Millwall F.C.
English football team.
Millwall Football Club is a professional football club located in Bermondsey, South East London, England. Competing in the EFL Championship, the second tier of English football, Millwall has a storied history that dates back to its founding as Millwall Rovers in 1885. Despite having last played in the Millwall area in 1910, the club has retained its name and is known by the nickname "The Lions," which is reflected in its traditional crest featuring a rampant lion. The team's colors are dark blue shirts, white shorts, and blue socks.The club was one of the founding members of the Southern League in 1894, where it enjoyed early success by winning the title twice in 1895 and 1896. In 1920, Millwall joined the Football League and has since experienced a rollercoaster of promotions and relegations, boasting a total of eleven promotions and nine relegations throughout its history. Notably, Millwall had a brief spell in the top flight from 1988 to 1990, achieving their highest league finish of tenth place during the 1988–89 season.Millwall reached the FA Cup Final for the first time in 2004, marking a significant milestone in their history. They also qualified for European competition for the first time, participating in the UEFA Cup. The club has won two League One play-off finals in 2010 and 2017 and claimed the Football League Group Cup in 1983.The club's supporters have gained notoriety over the years, often associated with a reputation for hooliganism. This aspect of fan culture has been popularized in various films and media portrayals. The club's terrace chant "No one likes us, we don't care" encapsulates their defiant spirit. Millwall shares a fierce rivalry with West Ham United, with nearly a century of derby matches between the two clubs. Additionally, they contest rivalries with Leeds United and local teams such as Crystal Palace and Charlton Athletic.Millwall's home ground is The Den, which opened in 1993 and replaced the original Den that was built in 1910. The new stadium was constructed as part of compliance with safety regulations following the Hillsborough disaster and has since become an iconic venue for both fans and players alike.