Notts County, one of the oldest football clubs in England, holds a prestigious place in the history of the sport. Founded on 28 November 1862, the club predates the Football Association itself. Notts County’s history of success and devoted fans ensure its ongoing impact in the football world.
A Storied History
Notts County’s legacy spans over a century, with notable achievements along the way:
Event |
Year |
Club Founding |
1862 |
Predates Football Association |
Yes |
FA Cup Victory |
1894 |
Seasons in Top Division |
30 |
Current Status
Statistic |
Value |
Current Season |
2023-24 |
League Tier |
EFL League Two (4th tier) |
Promotion Status |
Promoted from the National League |
Home Ground |
Meadow Lane |
Spectator Capacity |
19,841 spectators |
Nickname |
The Magpies |
Top Goalscorer (2023-24 Season) |
Kyle Wootton (9 goals in 12 appearances) |
The 2023-24 Season
In the ongoing season, Notts County is making their mark:
Statistic |
Value |
Current EFL League Two Position |
1st (Top of the Table) |
Points from League Games |
24 points |
League Games Played |
12 games |
Wins |
7 |
Draws |
3 |
Losses |
2 |
Goals Scored in League |
29 goals |
Goals Conceded in League |
23 goals |
Goal Difference in League |
+6 |
Notable Notts County Games
Notts County’s history is filled with remarkable encounters:
Biggest Wins:
Opponent |
Competition |
Score |
Year |
Newport County |
Division Three (South) |
11-1 |
1949 |
Rotherham Town |
FA Cup first round |
15-0 |
1885 |
Shildon AFC |
FA Cup first round |
7-2 |
2003 |
Wealdstone FC |
National League |
6-1 |
2022 |
Barnet FC |
National League |
6-1 |
2022 |
Heaviest Defeats:
Opponent |
Competition |
Score |
Year |
Swansea City |
FA Cup |
1-8 |
2018 |
Fulham FC |
Second Division |
0-7 |
1935 |
Newcastle United |
League Cup |
7-1 |
1993 |
Rotherham United |
League One |
0-6 |
2014 |
Ipswich Town |
First Division |
0-6 |
1982 |
Most Watched Notts County Games
Opponent |
Competition |
Spectators |
Manchester United |
First Division |
46,278 |
Manchester United |
First Division |
45,928 |
Liverpool |
League Cup |
42,231 |
Liverpool |
Second Division |
41,095 |
Liverpool |
Second Division |
39,735 |
Least Watched Notts County Games
Opponent |
Competition |
Spectators |
Sunderland U23 |
EFL Trophy |
633 |
Grimsby Town |
EFL Trophy |
746 |
Scunthorpe United |
EFL Trophy |
752 |
Boreham Wood FC |
National League |
756 |
Boreham Wood FC |
National League |
821 |
Notts County’s Legends: 5 Most Notable Players
Player |
Position |
Notable Achievements |
Jimmy Logan |
Forward |
FA Cup winner (1894) |
Tommy Johnson |
Forward |
Top scorer in Division Three (North) (1922-23) |
Les Bradd |
Forward |
All-time leading goalscorer for Notts County |
Don Masson |
Midfielder |
Key player in 1970s successes, promoted to Division One |
Tommy Lawton |
Forward |
Prolific striker during the 1940s |
Certainly, here’s a section highlighting the five highest transfers in Notts County’s history in a tabulated format:
Notts County’s Highest Transfers
Throughout its history, Notts County has been involved in notable transfer deals, both in and out of the club. Here are the top five highest transfer transactions involving the Magpies:
Player |
Transfer Fee |
Transfer Date |
From Club |
Lee Hughes |
£750,000 |
August 2002 |
West Bromwich Albion |
Ade Akinbiyi |
£650,000 |
March 1998 |
Bristol City |
Callum McGregor |
£500,000 |
August 2013 |
Celtic |
Tommy Johnson |
£500,000 |
October 1997 |
Derby County |
Jon Stead |
£400,000 |
January 2010 |
Ipswich Town |
These high-profile transfers reflect the club’s ambition and the desire to strengthen the squad with quality talent over the years.
Conclusion
Founded 1862, Notts County’s journey in EFL League Two exemplifies enduring legacy and fan passion, a testament to the club. With a rich history and a promising future, The Magpies continue to make their mark in English football.