The insect takes pride of place on the club badge, but have you stopped to wonder why Brentford are called the Bees? The nickname actually goes back, a long, long way, and the story behind it is quite interesting. Why are Brentford called the Bees? Let’s find out! Why Are Brentford Called The Bees? Brentford’s … Read more
I am going to hazard a guess that, with a bit of thought, you might be able to reason why Fulham are called the Cottagers? If you can’t, shame on you! Haha! In all seriousness, it is fairly obvious, but it also reveals some interesting history about London’s oldest professional club. So without further ado, … Read more
I never realised that Brighton only adopt its nickname relatively recently. Well recently considering the club was formed in 1901. For more than seven decades they were known by other nicknames. So why are Brighton called the Seagulls? Let’s step back to Christmas Eve 1975 and find out… Why Are Brighton Called The Seagulls? Brighton’s … Read more
The story of why Cardiff City are called the Bluebirds is a fascinating one. I am sure if you didn’t already know the answer, and I gave you 100 guesses to try figure out the reason behind it, you still wouldn’t guess. It is pretty obscure. And it is pretty interesting. So let’s go way … Read more
Sheffield is a city that holds a special place in my heart, and I have seen both clubs play numerous times. They have two contrasting nicknames. But do you know why Sheffield United are called the Blades? No? Well let’s find out… Why Are Sheffield United Called The Blades? Sheffield United’s nickname of the Blades … Read more